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πŸ›’ Grocery Price Malaysia 2026

Grocery Price Malaysia 2026

Current food and grocery prices across wet market, supermarket and online. Rice RM2.60/kg, chicken RM9.40/kg, eggs RM0.45 each.

Rice (beras)

RM2.60/kg

controlled price

Chicken

RM9.40/kg

whole, standard

Eggs (grade A)

RM0.45

per egg, controlled

ℹ️ About Controlled Prices

Items marked Controlled have government-set maximum retail prices under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act. Retailers cannot charge above these prices.

Malaysia Grocery Prices 2026 β€” Wet Market vs Supermarket vs Online

ItemWet MarketSupermarketOnline
White Rice (beras)ControlledRM2.40–2.60RM2.60–3.20RM2.20–2.80
Chicken (whole, standard)ControlledRM8.90–9.40RM9.40–10.50RM9.00–10.00
Chicken (drumstick)RM7.50–8.50RM8.50–9.90RM8.00–9.50
Eggs (grade A)ControlledRM0.40–0.45RM0.43–0.48RM0.40–0.45
Cooking Oil (palm)ControlledRM2.50–3.00RM3.00–3.50RM2.80–3.20
SugarControlledRM2.85RM2.85–3.20RM2.90–3.20
Flour (tepung gandum)RM1.90–2.10RM2.00–2.50RM1.80–2.30
Fresh Milkβ€”RM6.50–8.00RM6.20–7.50
Beef (local)RM28–32RM32–38RM30–36
Fish (ikan kembung)RM10–14RM14–18RM12–16
Onion (bawang besar)RM3.50–5.00RM4.50–6.00RM3.80–5.50
Garlic (bawang putih)RM8–12RM10–14RM8–12

Prices are approximate averages for Peninsular Malaysia as of 2026. East Malaysia may vary by 5–15%.

Monthly Grocery Budget β€” Malaysia

Single person

Rice 5kg, chicken 2kg, eggs 30, veg 3kg, oil 1 bottle, misc

Cooking most meals at home

RM250–400

Couple (2 pax)

Rice 10kg, chicken 4kg, eggs 60, veg 6kg, oil 2 bottles, misc

Cooking majority of meals

RM450–700

Family (4 pax)

Rice 20kg, chicken 8kg, eggs 120, veg 10kg, oil 3 bottles, misc

Mix of home-cooked and occasional dining

RM800–1,200

Family (4 pax) + dining out

Above + 3–4 restaurant meals/week

Includes dining out budget

RM1,400–2,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Malaysian family spend on groceries per month (2026)?
A Malaysian family of 4 typically spends RM800–1,200/month on groceries if cooking most meals at home. This includes rice (~RM50–65 for 20kg), chicken (~RM75–85 for 8kg), eggs (~RM54 for 120 eggs), vegetables (~RM80–120), cooking oil, condiments, and other staples. Families in KL or Penang tend to spend 10–15% more than those in smaller cities. Adding dining out 3–4 times a week pushes the total to RM1,400–2,000/month.
Is it cheaper to buy groceries at wet market or supermarket in Malaysia?
Wet markets are generally 10–25% cheaper than supermarkets for fresh produce (meat, fish, vegetables). For example, whole chicken at a wet market: RM8.90–9.40/kg vs RM9.40–10.50/kg at supermarkets. However, supermarkets offer convenience, air conditioning, loyalty points, and packaged goods variety. For controlled-price items (rice, sugar, cooking oil, eggs), prices are similar across channels. Tip: buy fresh produce at wet market, packaged goods during supermarket promotions.
Which online platform is cheapest for groceries in Malaysia?
For online grocery shopping in Malaysia: Shopee Supermarket often has the best deals with vouchers and cashback (especially during 11.11, 12.12, and Raya campaigns). Lazada also runs frequent grocery promotions. Jaya Grocer Online and Village Grocer Online offer premium imported goods. For everyday staples, Shopee can be 5–15% cheaper than physical supermarkets when combining platform vouchers, bank cashback, and seller discounts. Subscribe to Shopee's grocery deals for regular savings.
What are controlled price items in Malaysia?
Malaysia's government controls the maximum retail price of several essential food items to keep them affordable: white rice (standard grade), whole chicken, grade A/B/C eggs, cooking oil (palm), sugar, and wheat flour. For these items, retailers cannot charge above the gazetted maximum price. Price ceiling enforcement is done by KPDNHEP. If you see these items priced significantly above ceiling prices, you can report to KPDNHEP at 1-800-886-800.
How do I save money on groceries in Malaysia?
Top grocery savings tips in Malaysia: (1) Buy controlled items (rice, eggs, oil, sugar) at any channel β€” price is regulated; (2) Buy fresh produce at wet market early morning for best prices; (3) Use Shopee/Lazada during sales events for packaged goods β€” 50–70% off is common; (4) Buy house brand products at Cold Storage, Jaya Grocer, Giant β€” typically 20–30% cheaper than branded; (5) Freeze chicken in bulk when prices dip; (6) Use Shopee ShopeePay or bank credit card cashback for additional savings.

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