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Shah Alam, Malaysia 🇲🇾
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Nomad Score:
70%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$900.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$45.00
$90.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$20.00
$50.00
$3.00
|
Daily average cost for prepaid SIM and Wi-Fi |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$120.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Daily average for occasional snacks and drinks |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$40.00
$120.00
$8.00
|
Daily average for taxis and public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$25.00
|
Daily average for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$150.00
$12.00
|
Daily average for entertainment and activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$25.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Daily average cost for travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$40.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for visa renewals |
| Total |
$590.00
$2,250.00
$108.00
|
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)
$250.00
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
🍺 Beer
$2.00
Local brands are more affordable; imported beers cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.50
Local eateries offer cheaper meals; prices rise slightly in malls.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$4.00
Prices consistent across major fast food chains.
per meal