Cost of living in Malaysia compared to Cayman Islands
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| Food | - 63% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Malaysia is 63% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Malaysia | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | RM26 (CI$4.96) | CI$21 | - 76% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | RM22 (CI$4.19) | CI$10 | - 57% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | RM10 (CI$1.96) | CI$8 | - 75% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | RM9 (CI$1.72) | CI$4.09 | - 58% | |
| 12 eggs, large | RM12 (CI$2.41) | CI$6 | - 62% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | RM6 (CI$1.19) | CI$4.39 | - 73% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | RM27 (CI$5.14) | CI$8 | - 37% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | RM14 (CI$2.72) | CI$6 | - 58% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | RM5.71 (CI$1.11) | CI$4.46 | - 75% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | RM14 (CI$2.76) | CI$4.84 | - 43% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | RM108 (CI$21) | CI$28 | - 24% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | RM6 (CI$1.20) | CI$4.06 | - 70% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | RM4.82 (CI$0.93) | CI$3.37 | - 72% | |
| Housing | - 84% | |||
| Housing in Malaysia is 84% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Malaysia | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | RM3,099 (CI$601) | CI$4,003 | - 85% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | RM2,092 (CI$405) | CI$3,020 | - 87% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | RM321 (CI$62) | CI$522 | - 88% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | RM2,126 (CI$412) | CI$2,170 | - 81% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | RM1,265 (CI$245) | CI$1,517 | - 84% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | RM153 (CI$30) | CI$349 | - 92% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | RM91 (CI$18) | CI$148 | - 88% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | RM1,408 (CI$273) | CI$415 | - 34% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | RM418 (CI$81) | CI$176 | - 54% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | RM23 (CI$4.44) | CI$10 | - 55% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | RM34 (CI$7) | CI$12 | - 46% | |
| Clothes | - 55% | |||
| Clothes in Malaysia is 55% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Malaysia | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | RM246 (CI$48) | CI$45 | + 6% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | RM150 (CI$29) | CI$125 | - 77% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | RM472 (CI$92) | CI$70 | + 31% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | RM475 (CI$92) | CI$121 | - 24% | |
| Transportation | - 61% | |||
| Transportation in Malaysia is 61% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Malaysia | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | RM153,476 (CI$29,753) | CI$35,000 | - 15% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | RM2.40 (CI$0.47) | CI$1.82 | - 74% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | RM107 (CI$21) | CI$83 | - 75% | |
| Personal Care | - 60% | |||
| Personal Care in Malaysia is 60% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Malaysia | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | RM16 (CI$3.16) | CI$5.06 | - 38% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | RM34 (CI$7) | CI$8 | - 18% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | RM89 (CI$17) | CI$76 | - 77% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | RM26 (CI$5.03) | CI$5.00 | + 1% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | RM14 (CI$2.75) | CI$5.73 | - 52% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | RM15 (CI$2.87) | CI$6 | - 53% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | RM8 (CI$1.60) | CI$5.50 | - 71% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | RM14 (CI$2.68) | CI$3.04 | - 12% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | RM33 (CI$6) | CI$45 | - 86% | |
| Entertainment | - 63% | |||
| Entertainment in Malaysia is 63% cheaper than in Cayman Islands | ||||
| Malaysia | Cayman Islands | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | RM94 (CI$18) | CI$65 | - 72% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | RM38 (CI$7) | CI$29 | - 75% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | RM360 (CI$70) | CI$40 | + 74% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | RM201 (CI$39) | CI$125 | - 69% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | RM44 (CI$8) | CI$8 | + 6% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | RM15 (CI$2.98) | CI$7 | - 54% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | RM25 (CI$4.80) | CI$6.00 | - 20% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | RM2,135 (CI$414) | CI$1,000 | - 59% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | RM0.50 (CI$0.10) | - | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | RM240 (CI$47) | CI$264 | - 82% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | RM18 (CI$3.45) | CI$9 | - 63% | |
| TOTAL | - 71% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 723 prices entered by 94 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 11, 2025.
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Cost of living in Malaysia is 71% cheaper than in Cayman Islands
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