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Is the cost of living in Penang high?

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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Penang, they wrote...

"The cost of living in Penang is generally considered to be quite affordable. Groceries, transportation, and utilities are all relatively inexpensive, while rent and dining out can be slightly more expensive. Overall, Penang is a great place to live for those looking for a budget-friendly lifestyle," said another expat in Penang, Malaysia.

"In Penang you can easily live for under $800. Our budget was over that but 1/5 the cost of living in Newport Beach, Ca or Maui and a better lifestyle," wrote a member who made the move to Tojong Tokong, Penang Island, Malaysia.

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