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Penang, Malaysia 🇲🇾
#1859
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Nomad Score:
71%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$900.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in mid-range hotels or serviced apartments |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$45.00
$90.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$3.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi usage |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$120.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost assuming some self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.00
$100.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost including taxis and public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$25.00
$150.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost for entertainment and attractions |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$20.00
$200.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for travel health insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for visa renewals and permits |
| Total |
$565.00
$2,280.00
$103.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$350.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup