India vs Malaysia
Malaysia is about 21% pricier than India overall, with a price level of 31.1 versus 24.5 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Malaysia scores higher (92 vs 75 of 100).
Metric India Malaysia
Price level (US=100) 24.5 31.1
GDP / capita (PPP) $11,160 $38,779
GNI / capita (PPP) $11,000 $37,450
Inflation (YoY) 5.0% 1.8%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category India Malaysia
Housing & utilities 29 34
Food 58 82
Transport 62 63
Restaurants & hotels 39 30
Health 23 44
Communication 27 81
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric India Malaysia
Quality-of-life score 75/100 92/100
Life expectancy 72 yrs 77 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 2.8 0.7
Internet users 70% 98%
Frequently asked
Is India more expensive than Malaysia?
Malaysia is more expensive: about 21% pricier than India overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Malaysia?
Living the way $100,000 buys in India would cost roughly $127,000 in Malaysia, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, India or Malaysia?
Malaysia scores higher, 92 vs 75 out of 100.
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