Malaysia vs Pakistan
Malaysia is about 23% pricier than Pakistan overall, with a price level of 31.1 versus 24.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in housing & utilities. On quality of life, Malaysia scores higher (92 vs 56 of 100).
Metric Malaysia Pakistan
Price level (US=100) 31.1 24.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $38,779 $6,252
GNI / capita (PPP) $37,450 $6,100
Inflation (YoY) 1.8% 12.6%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Malaysia Pakistan
Housing & utilities 34 33
Food 82 59
Transport 63 54
Restaurants & hotels 30 35
Health 44 28
Communication 81 35
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Malaysia Pakistan
Quality-of-life score 92/100 56/100
Life expectancy 77 yrs 68 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.7 4.3
Internet users 98% 57%
Frequently asked
Is Malaysia more expensive than Pakistan?
Malaysia is more expensive: about 23% pricier than Pakistan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Pakistan?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Malaysia would cost roughly $77,000 in Pakistan, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Malaysia or Pakistan?
Malaysia scores higher, 92 vs 56 out of 100.
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