Cost of Living & Prices:
France 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
France vs. Malaysia - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.05 times more for grocery shopping in France than in Malaysia.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.97 EUR (3.5 USD) in France and 2.49 EUR (2.93 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 16.2% lower in Malaysia.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.12 EUR (2.5 USD) in France and 1.36 EUR (1.6 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 35.8% lower in Malaysia.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 17.15 EUR (20.2 USD) in France and 8.27 EUR (9.74 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 51.8% lower in Malaysia.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 8 EUR (9.42 USD) in France and 15.08 EUR (17.77 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 46.9% lower in France.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.74 EUR (15.01 USD) in France and 4 EUR (4.72 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 68.6% lower in Malaysia.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 13 EUR (15.31 USD) in France and 3.62 EUR (4.26 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 72.2% lower in Malaysia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.39 EUR (2.82 USD) in France and 2.82 EUR (3.33 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 15.2% lower in France.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 4.64 EUR (5.47 USD) for 12 eggs in France and 1.88 EUR (2.22 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 59.5% lower in Malaysia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.54 EUR (4.17 USD) in France and 3.7 EUR (4.36 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 4.3% lower in France.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 14.85 EUR (17.49 USD) in France and 31.61 EUR (37.24 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 53% lower in France.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.63 EUR (1.92 USD) in France and 1.02 EUR (1.2 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 37.4% lower in Malaysia.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.72 EUR (2.03 USD) in France and 0.87 EUR (1.03 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 49.4% lower in Malaysia.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 22.83 EUR (26.89 USD) in France and 12.46 EUR (14.68 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 45.4% lower in Malaysia.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.36 EUR (1.6 USD) in France and 1.72 EUR (2.03 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 20.9% lower in France.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.59 EUR (3.05 USD) in France and 1.17 EUR (1.37 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 54.8% lower in Malaysia.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 3 EUR (3.53 USD) in France and 2.27 EUR (2.67 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 24.3% lower in Malaysia.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.24 EUR (2.64 USD) in France and 1.07 EUR (1.26 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 52.2% lower in Malaysia.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.64 EUR (3.11 USD) in France and 1.46 EUR (1.72 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 44.7% lower in Malaysia.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 14 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 31.96 EUR (37.65 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 56.2% lower in France.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.42 EUR (4.03 USD) in France and 1.27 EUR (1.5 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 62.9% lower in Malaysia.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.71 EUR (0.84 USD) in France and 0.55 EUR (0.65 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 22.5% lower in Malaysia.
Restaurant
France vs. Malaysia - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.61 times more for meals in restaurants in France than in Malaysia.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 4.09 EUR (4.82 USD) in France and 2.63 EUR (3.1 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 35.7% lower in Malaysia.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 3.5 EUR (4.12 USD) in France and 0.76 EUR (0.9 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 78.3% lower in Malaysia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 7 EUR (8.25 USD) in France and 3.62 EUR (4.26 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 48.3% lower in Malaysia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 7 EUR (8.25 USD) in France and 5.03 EUR (5.92 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 28.1% lower in Malaysia.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 12 EUR (14.14 USD) in France and 4.02 EUR (4.74 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 66.5% 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 65 EUR (76.57 USD) in France and 24.13 EUR (28.43 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 62.9% lower in Malaysia.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15 EUR (17.67 USD) in France and 4.02 EUR (4.74 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 73.2% lower in Malaysia.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.88 EUR (3.39 USD) in France and 0.45 EUR (0.53 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 84.4% lower in Malaysia.
Fuel
France vs. Malaysia - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 3.38 times more for fuel in France than in Malaysia.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.65 EUR (1.94 USD) in France and 0.58 EUR (0.69 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 64.8% lower in Malaysia.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.7 EUR (2.01 USD) in France and 0.41 EUR (0.49 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 75.9% lower in Malaysia.
LPG 1L
Transportation
France vs. Malaysia - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 8.92 times more for transportation in France than in Malaysia.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 88.4 EUR (104.14 USD) in France and 10.06 EUR (11.85 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 88.6% lower in Malaysia.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.5 EUR (2.95 USD) in France and 0.6 EUR (0.71 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 76% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 48 EUR (56.55 USD) in France and 4.02 EUR (4.74 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 91.6% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 2 EUR (2.36 USD) in France and 1.01 EUR (1.18 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 49.5% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 8 EUR (9.42 USD) in France and 1.01 EUR (1.18 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 87.4% lower in Malaysia.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. Malaysia - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 14 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 4.42 EUR (5.21 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 68.4% lower in Malaysia.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 34.63 EUR (40.8 USD) in France and 39.84 EUR (46.94 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 13.1% lower in France.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.6 EUR (19.56 USD) in France and 6.45 EUR (7.6 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 61.1% lower in Malaysia.
Flats for rent
France vs. Malaysia - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 3.45 times more for renting an apartment in France 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 1482 EUR (1745.98 USD) in France and 493.02 EUR (580.79 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 66.7% 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 1044 EUR (1229.41 USD) in France and 308.1 EUR (362.95 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 70.5% 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 3146 EUR (3706.25 USD) in France and 912.77 EUR (1075.27 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 71% 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 2095 EUR (2468.5 USD) in France and 538.73 EUR (634.63 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 74.3% lower in Malaysia.
Flats for sale
France vs. Malaysia - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 5.36 times more for buying an apartment in France 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 12282 EUR (14468.31 USD) in France and 2588 EUR (3048.9 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 78.9% 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 8404 EUR (9900.56 USD) in France and 1269 EUR (1495.28 USD) in Malaysia. The price of this product is 84.9% lower in Malaysia.
Salary
France vs. Malaysia - average salary. The average salary in France is 2.69 times higher than in Malaysia.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3115 EUR (3670.08 USD) in France and 1158 EUR (1363.96 USD) in Malaysia. The average salary is 62.8% lower in Malaysia.
Hotels
France 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) • France: 20 cities, 1104 hotels • Malaysia: 20 cities, 1248 hotels