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Kanowit, Malaysia

Sarawak · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Kanowit is a small city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 24,700. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
24,700 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
131.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuching 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

Population24,700
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)
Rain131.1 in/yr
Sunny Days102/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population24,700
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates2.1000°, 112.1500°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSarawak
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation131.1 inches (3,331 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Kanowit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanowit 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. Kanowit 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

Kanowit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 102 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 131.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Kanowit has a population of 24,700. 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

24,700
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanowit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kanowit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanowit 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: Kanowit 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 Kanowit, 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: Kanowit 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

Kanowit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 102 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 131.1 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 52 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days102 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall131.1 inches
245% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates2.1000°N, 112.1500°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 11.4 in
March 80°F (27°C) 12.2 in
April 80°F (27°C) 9.4 in
May 81°F (27°C) 10.8 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 9.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.1 in
October 80°F (26°C) 11.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 11.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in

Kanowit has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 131.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.9") and July the driest (6.9").

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 Kanowit

What is the population of Kanowit?

Kanowit has a population of 24,700 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 Kanowit expensive to live in?

Kanowit 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 Kanowit?

Kanowit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 102 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 131.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Kanowit?

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

How are the schools in Kanowit?

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

How healthy is Kanowit?

The obesity rate in Kanowit 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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