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Batu Kawan, Malaysia

Penang · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Batu Kawan is a small city in Penang, Malaysia with a population of 11,409. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
11,409 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
167.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuala Lumpur Timezone
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.1%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
4% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

People

Population11,409
Median Age30.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$11,386
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%

Health

Obesity22.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.2%
Depression8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain167.7 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population11,409
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates5.2582°, 100.4288°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvincePenang
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation167.7 inches (4,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Batu Kawan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Batu Kawan receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Batu Kawan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Batu Kawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 167.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Batu Kawan has a population of 11,409. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 52.4% male. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 80.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,409
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Batu Kawan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Batu Kawan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Batu Kawan is N/A. Per capita income is $11,386 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 30.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Batu Kawan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$11,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
4% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living30.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Batu Kawan, 22.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. 40.8% have high blood pressure. 15.2% are current smokers. 0.8% report binge drinking. 86.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 8.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Batu Kawan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.1%
31% below US avg
Diabetes11.1%
High Blood Pressure40.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.8%
Physical Inactivity86.2%
Depression8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%

Food & Exercise

Batu Kawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 167.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 18% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall167.7 inches
341% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates5.2582°N, 100.4288°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 9.5 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 14.3 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 11.3 in
December 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in

Batu Kawan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 95.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.3") and February the driest (4.3").

38.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 97.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Batu Kawan

What is the population of Batu Kawan?

Batu Kawan has a population of 11,409 residents and is located in Malaysia.. The median age of residents is 30.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 52.4% male.

Is Batu Kawan expensive to live in?

Batu Kawan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Batu Kawan?

Batu Kawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 167.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Batu Kawan?

Batu Kawan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Batu Kawan?

38.5% of adults in Batu Kawan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Batu Kawan?

The obesity rate in Batu Kawan is 22.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 86.2% are physically inactive. 8.8% of residents report depression.

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