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 1.03 times more for grocery shopping in France than in Malaysia.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.44 USD in France and 2.96 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 14% lower in Malaysia.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.45 USD in France and 1.62 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 33.9% lower in Malaysia.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 19.84 USD in France and 9.82 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 50.5% lower in Malaysia.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9.26 USD in France and 17.91 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 48.3% lower in France.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 14.74 USD in France and 4.75 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 67.8% lower in Malaysia.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 15.04 USD in France and 4.3 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 71.4% lower in Malaysia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.77 USD in France and 3.35 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 17.3% lower in France.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 5.37 USD for 12 eggs in France and 2.23 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 58.5% lower in Malaysia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 4.1 USD in France and 4.39 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 6.6% lower in France.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 17.49 USD in France and 37.24 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 53% lower in France.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.89 USD in France and 1.21 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 36% lower in Malaysia.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.99 USD in France and 1.03 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 48.2% lower in Malaysia.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 26.42 USD in France and 14.79 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 44% lower in Malaysia.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.57 USD in France and 2.05 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 23.4% lower in France.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 3 USD in France and 1.38 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 54% lower in Malaysia.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 3.47 USD in France and 2.7 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 22.2% lower in Malaysia.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.59 USD in France and 1.27 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 51% lower in Malaysia.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 3.05 USD in France and 1.73 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 43.3% lower in Malaysia.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 16.49 USD in France and 37.65 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 56.2% lower in France.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.96 USD in France and 1.51 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 61.9% lower in Malaysia.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.82 USD in France and 0.66 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 19.5% lower in Malaysia.
Restaurant
France vs. Malaysia - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.54 times more for meals in restaurants in France than in Malaysia.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 4.73 USD in France and 3.12 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 34% lower in Malaysia.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 4.05 USD in France and 0.91 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 77.5% lower in Malaysia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 8.1 USD in France and 4.3 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 46.9% lower in Malaysia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 8.1 USD in France and 5.97 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 26.3% lower in Malaysia.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 13.89 USD in France and 4.78 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 65.6% 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 75.21 USD in France and 28.65 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 61.9% lower in Malaysia.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 17.36 USD in France and 4.78 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 72.5% lower in Malaysia.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 3.33 USD in France and 0.53 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 84.1% lower in Malaysia.
Fuel
France vs. Malaysia - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 3.35 times more for fuel in France than in Malaysia.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.94 USD in France and 0.69 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 64.4% lower in Malaysia.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 2.01 USD in France and 0.49 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 75.6% lower in Malaysia.
LPG 1L
Transportation
France vs. Malaysia - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 8.69 times more for transportation in France than in Malaysia.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 102.29 USD in France and 11.94 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 88.3% lower in Malaysia.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.89 USD in France and 0.72 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 75.1% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 55.54 USD in France and 4.78 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 91.4% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 2.31 USD in France and 1.19 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 48.5% lower in Malaysia.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 9.26 USD in France and 1.19 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 87.1% 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 16.2 USD in France and 5.25 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 67.6% lower in Malaysia.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 40.07 USD in France and 47.31 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 15.3% lower in France.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 19.21 USD in France and 7.66 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 60.1% lower in Malaysia.
Flats for rent
France vs. Malaysia - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 3.36 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 1715 USD in France and 585.37 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 65.9% 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 1208 USD in France and 365.81 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 69.7% 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 3640 USD in France and 1084 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 70.2% 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 2425 USD in France and 639.63 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 73.6% lower in Malaysia.
Flats for sale
France vs. Malaysia - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 5.23 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 14211 USD in France and 3073 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 78.4% 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 9725 USD in France and 1507 USD in Malaysia. The price of this product is 84.5% lower in Malaysia.
Salary
France vs. Malaysia - average salary. The average salary in France is 2.62 times higher than in Malaysia.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3605 USD in France and 1375 USD in Malaysia. The average salary is 61.9% lower in Malaysia.
Hotels
France vs. Malaysia - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Five stars
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
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