Cost of Living & Prices:
Switzerland vs. Malaysia
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.66 times more for grocery shopping in Switzerland than in Malaysia.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 16.74 PLN (4.47 USD) in Switzerland and 10.39 PLN (2.77 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 37.9% lower in Malaysia.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 12.12 PLN (3.24 USD) in Switzerland and 5.69 PLN (1.52 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 53.1% lower in Malaysia.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 230.59 PLN (61.59 USD) in Switzerland and 37.33 PLN (9.97 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 83.8% lower in Malaysia.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 59.48 PLN (15.89 USD) in Switzerland and 61.71 PLN (16.48 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 3.6% lower in Switzerland.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 120.65 PLN (32.22 USD) in Switzerland and 15.18 PLN (4.05 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 87.4% lower in Malaysia.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 41.18 PLN (11 USD) in Switzerland and 15.87 PLN (4.24 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 61.5% lower in Malaysia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 9.38 PLN (2.5 USD) in Switzerland and 10.08 PLN (2.69 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 6.9% lower in Switzerland.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 27.45 PLN (7.33 USD) for 12 eggs in Switzerland and 7 PLN (1.87 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 74.5% lower in Malaysia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 12.44 PLN (3.32 USD) in Switzerland and 14.01 PLN (3.74 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 11.2% lower in Switzerland.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 63.54 PLN (16.97 USD) in Switzerland and 139.43 PLN (37.24 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 54.4% lower in Switzerland.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 10.25 PLN (2.74 USD) in Switzerland and 3.55 PLN (0.95 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 65.4% lower in Malaysia.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 13.73 PLN (3.67 USD) in Switzerland and 3.16 PLN (0.85 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 77% lower in Malaysia.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 118.04 PLN (31.53 USD) in Switzerland and 35.31 PLN (9.43 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 70.1% lower in Malaysia.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 7.69 PLN (2.05 USD) in Switzerland and 6.58 PLN (1.76 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 14.4% lower in Malaysia.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 10.34 PLN (2.76 USD) in Switzerland and 3.47 PLN (0.93 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 66.4% lower in Malaysia.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 13.82 PLN (3.69 USD) in Switzerland and 10.92 PLN (2.92 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 21% lower in Malaysia.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 11.07 PLN (2.96 USD) in Switzerland and 3.78 PLN (1.01 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 65.9% lower in Malaysia.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 15.14 PLN (4.04 USD) in Switzerland and 5.29 PLN (1.41 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 65.1% lower in Malaysia.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 75.3 PLN (20.11 USD) in Switzerland and 140.97 PLN (37.65 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 46.6% lower in Switzerland.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 19.72 PLN (5.27 USD) in Switzerland and 5.49 PLN (1.47 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 72.2% lower in Malaysia.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 6.08 PLN (1.63 USD) in Switzerland and 2.53 PLN (0.68 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 58.4% lower in Malaysia.
Restaurant
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 5.23 times more for meals in restaurants in Switzerland than in Malaysia.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 24.34 PLN (6.5 USD) in Switzerland and 10.74 PLN (2.87 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 55.9% lower in Malaysia.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 20.36 PLN (5.44 USD) in Switzerland and 2.37 PLN (0.63 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 88.4% lower in Malaysia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 36.6 PLN (9.78 USD) in Switzerland and 15.87 PLN (4.24 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 56.6% lower in Malaysia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 32.03 PLN (8.55 USD) in Switzerland and 17.63 PLN (4.71 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 45% lower in Malaysia.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 68.63 PLN (18.33 USD) in Switzerland and 15.87 PLN (4.24 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 76.9% lower in Malaysia.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 549.02 PLN (146.63 USD) in Switzerland and 88.16 PLN (23.55 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 83.9% lower in Malaysia.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 114.38 PLN (30.55 USD) in Switzerland and 13.22 PLN (3.53 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 88.4% lower in Malaysia.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 18.94 PLN (5.06 USD) in Switzerland and 1.53 PLN (0.41 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 91.9% lower in Malaysia.
Fuel
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 3.51 times more for fuel in Switzerland than in Malaysia.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 7.93 PLN (2.12 USD) in Switzerland and 2.62 PLN (0.7 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 67% lower in Malaysia.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 7.67 PLN (2.05 USD) in Switzerland and 1.82 PLN (0.49 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 76.3% lower in Malaysia.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 12.45 times more for transportation in Switzerland than in Malaysia.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 416.34 PLN (111.2 USD) in Switzerland and 44.08 PLN (11.77 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 89.4% lower in Malaysia.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 20.13 PLN (5.38 USD) in Switzerland and 2.64 PLN (0.71 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 86.9% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 366.01 PLN (97.75 USD) in Switzerland and 13.22 PLN (3.53 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 96.4% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 22.88 PLN (6.11 USD) in Switzerland and 4.41 PLN (1.18 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 80.7% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 30.88 PLN (8.25 USD) in Switzerland and 4.41 PLN (1.18 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 85.7% lower in Malaysia.
Sports & entertainment
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 91.5 PLN (24.44 USD) in Switzerland and 17.63 PLN (4.71 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 80.7% lower in Malaysia.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 399.32 PLN (106.65 USD) in Switzerland and 161.67 PLN (43.18 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 59.5% lower in Malaysia.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 183.01 PLN (48.88 USD) in Switzerland and 30.86 PLN (8.24 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 83.1% lower in Malaysia.
Flats for rent
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 5.34 times more for renting an apartment in Switzerland than in Malaysia.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 9549 PLN (2550.29 USD) in Switzerland and 1844 PLN (492.39 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 80.7% lower in Malaysia.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 7309 PLN (1952.04 USD) in Switzerland and 1104 PLN (294.89 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 84.9% lower in Malaysia.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 17730 PLN (4735.32 USD) in Switzerland and 3822 PLN (1020.83 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 78.4% lower in Malaysia.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 12650 PLN (3378.49 USD) in Switzerland and 2080 PLN (555.54 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 83.6% lower in Malaysia.
Flats for sale
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 10.06 times more for buying an apartment in Switzerland than in Malaysia.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 87919 PLN (23481.69 USD) in Switzerland and 9154 PLN (2445 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 89.6% lower in Malaysia.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 51653 PLN (13795.53 USD) in Switzerland and 4726 PLN (1262.33 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 90.9% lower in Malaysia.
Salary
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - average salary. The average salary in Switzerland is 5.77 times higher than in Malaysia.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 29084 PLN (7767.9 USD) in Switzerland and 5043 PLN (1346.96 USD) in Malaysia. The average salary is 82.7% lower in Malaysia.
Hotels
Switzerland vs. Malaysia - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Switzerland: 15 cities, 303 hotels • Malaysia: 20 cities, 1248 hotels