DOSM: Price Of Nasi Lemak Has Increased 81.3% Over The Last 13 Years
Meanwhile, chicken satay prices have more than doubled.
By May Vin Ang — 30 Apr 2025, 11:29 AM
The prices of beloved Malaysian dishes have seen a steep climb over the past 13 years, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM)
In its Analysis of Annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) 2024 report, the department highlights the rising cost of goods and services, with a particular focus on Food & Beverage — the largest component of household spending in the country.
Among the most notable increases is our much-loved nasi lemak, which surged by 81.3%, going from RM2.03 per plate in 2011 to RM3.68 in 2024.
Roti canai also saw a significant rise of 71.1%, from 90 sen to RM1.54 per piece, while chicken satay prices more than doubled, climbing 113.7%, from 51 sen to RM1.09 per stick.
The report also reveals a significant increase in prices of selected raw ingredients
Large onions imported from India spiked 139.4%, from RM2.89 to RM6.92 per kilogram, and local beef rose 98.6%, from RM19.05 to RM37.84 per kilogram.
The most dramatic jump was recorded for cockles, which skyrocketed 400.3%, from RM3.04 per kilogram in 2011 to RM15.21 in 2024.
Other staples like fresh coconut milk and grated coconut increased by 56.2% and 60.8%, now priced at RM11.54/kg and RM8.33/kg, respectively, compared to RM7.39/kg and RM5.18/kg in 2011.
Despite the rising prices of individual items, DOSM noted that overall inflation in Malaysia has slowed for two consecutive years — 1.8% in 2024 and 2.5% in 2023
The report adds that Malaysia's inflation rate is in line with global patterns, citing the International Monetary Fund's World Economic Outlook Database in April 2025, which estimated global inflation at 5.7% in 2024 and 6.6% in 2023.
You can find the full CPI 2024 report here.
