Putra Heights, Malaysia

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1174
Retiree Score
88.0
Safety Index
51.1
Healthcare
131 facilities

This industrial disaster is a harsh reality check for those considering Putra Heights. In 2025, a massive gas pipeline explosion injured 150 people, destroyed 81 homes, and caused over RM65.4 million in property damage. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with officials taking over a week to deem 270 homes safe for habitation. The intense heat from the blaze melted cars and injured fleeing residents, underscoring the safety risks. Putra Heights may appeal to those willing to navigate its bureaucratic hurdles and accept the threat of industrial accidents, but it's no paradise.

Can I afford Putra Heights?

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You could save

$1930 / month

Savings Rate64%
Rent $635
Living Costs $435
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Safety
131
Healthcare
100
Walkability
80
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$2
Bread (loaf)
Eggs (12)$2
Rice (1kg)
Chicken (1kg)

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$4
Meal (Mid-range)$80
Cappuccino$3
Water (0.33L)

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$67
Mobile Plan (mo)$10
Gym (mo)$33
Cinema Ticket$5

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$635
1BR Outside (mo)
3BR Center (mo)$228
3BR Outside (mo)

Expat Life

English Proficiency
Expat Community
Top Neighborhoods
Elevation
16m
Nearest Airport
SZB (14km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary
$1142
Mortgage Interest Rate
4.05%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
Temperature
Annual Rainfall
3863 mm
Coworking Spaces
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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