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Bukit Kerinchi, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Bukit Kerinchi is a mid-size city in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with a population of 35,000. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
35,000 Population
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
155.2 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

Population35,000
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 (27°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain155.2 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population35,000
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates3.1063°, 101.6676°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceKuala Lumpur
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation155.2 inches (3,943 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Bukit Kerinchi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bukit Kerinchi 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. Bukit Kerinchi 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

Bukit Kerinchi 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 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 155.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Bukit Kerinchi has a population of 35,000. 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

35,000
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bukit Kerinchi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bukit Kerinchi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bukit Kerinchi 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: Bukit Kerinchi 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 Bukit Kerinchi, 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: Bukit Kerinchi 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

Bukit Kerinchi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 298 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 155.2 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 187 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall155.2 inches
309% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates3.1063°N, 101.6676°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in Coldest
February 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
March 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.0 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in

Bukit Kerinchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 78°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 90.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.5") and July the driest (5.0").

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 Bukit Kerinchi

What is the population of Bukit Kerinchi?

Bukit Kerinchi has a population of 35,000 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 Bukit Kerinchi expensive to live in?

Bukit Kerinchi 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 Bukit Kerinchi?

Bukit Kerinchi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 155.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Bukit Kerinchi?

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

How are the schools in Bukit Kerinchi?

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

How healthy is Bukit Kerinchi?

The obesity rate in Bukit Kerinchi 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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