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Cukai, Malaysia

Terengganu · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Cukai is a mid-size city in Terengganu, Malaysia with a population of 82,425. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
82,425 Population 427/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
117.2 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

Population82,425
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density427/mi²
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)
Rain117.2 in/yr
Sunny Days160/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population82,425
Population Density427 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates4.2500°, 103.4167°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceTerengganu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation117.2 inches (2,977 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Cukai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cukai receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Cukai 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

Cukai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 160 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 117.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Cukai has a population of 82,425 with a density of 427 people per square mile, spread across 193.1 square miles. 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

82,425
Total Population
427
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
193.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cukai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cukai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cukai 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: Cukai 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 Cukai, 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: Cukai 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

Cukai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 117.2 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days160 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall117.2 inches
208% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area193.1 sq mi (500.0 km²)
Population Density427/sq mi
Coordinates4.2500°N, 103.4167°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 13.4 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
March 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 16.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 28.1 in Wettest

Cukai has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 117.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (28.1") and March the driest (5.2").

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

Population Density427/sq mi
Total Area193.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cukai

What is the population of Cukai?

Cukai has a population of 82,425 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 427 people per square mile, spread across 193.1 square miles. 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 Cukai expensive to live in?

Cukai 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 Cukai?

Cukai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Cukai?

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

How are the schools in Cukai?

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

How healthy is Cukai?

The obesity rate in Cukai 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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