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Keruh, Malaysia

Perak · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Keruh is a small city in Perak, Malaysia with a population of 14,661. Elevation: 1,247 ft (380 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
14,661 Population
1,247 ft Elevation 380 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
88.2 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

Population14,661
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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain88.2 in/yr
Sunny Days177/yr
Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population14,661
Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)
Coordinates5.7167°, 101.0000°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvincePerak
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation88.2 inches (2,241 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Keruh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keruh 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. Keruh 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

Keruh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 177 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Keruh has a population of 14,661. 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

14,661
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Keruh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Keruh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keruh 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: Keruh 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 Keruh, 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: Keruh 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

Keruh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 177 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.2 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 1,247 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days177 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.2 inches
132% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation1,247 ft (380 m)
Coordinates5.7167°N, 101.0000°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 5.3 in
April 80°F (26°C) 8.4 in Warmest
May 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
July 78°F (26°C) 5.8 in
August 78°F (26°C) 7.1 in
September 78°F (25°C) 9.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 13.3 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 11.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.3 in

Keruh has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 88.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.3") and February the driest (2.9").

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 Keruh

What is the population of Keruh?

Keruh has a population of 14,661 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 Keruh expensive to live in?

Keruh 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 Keruh?

Keruh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Keruh?

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

How are the schools in Keruh?

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

How healthy is Keruh?

The obesity rate in Keruh 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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