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Kota Tinggi, Malaysia

Johor · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Kota Tinggi is a mid-size city in Johor, Malaysia with a population of 52,743. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
52,743 Population 8,040/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
104.2 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

Population52,743
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density8,040/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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain104.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population52,743
Population Density8,040 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates1.7381°, 103.8999°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceJohor
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation104.2 inches (2,646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Kota Tinggi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kota Tinggi 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. Kota Tinggi 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

Kota Tinggi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 327 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 104.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Kota Tinggi has a population of 52,743 with a density of 8,040 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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

52,743
Total Population
8,040
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kota Tinggi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kota Tinggi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kota Tinggi 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: Kota Tinggi 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 Kota Tinggi, 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: Kota Tinggi 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

Kota Tinggi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 104.2 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 56 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above US avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall104.2 inches
174% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²)
Population Density8,040/sq mi
Coordinates1.7381°N, 103.8999°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 8.5 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
March 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 8.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.4 in Driest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
September 80°F (26°C) 7.5 in
October 80°F (26°C) 8.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 10.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 14.1 in Wettest

Kota Tinggi has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 100.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.1") and June the driest (6.4").

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 Density8,040/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kota Tinggi

What is the population of Kota Tinggi?

Kota Tinggi has a population of 52,743 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 8,040 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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 Kota Tinggi expensive to live in?

Kota Tinggi 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 Kota Tinggi?

Kota Tinggi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Kota Tinggi?

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

How are the schools in Kota Tinggi?

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

How healthy is Kota Tinggi?

The obesity rate in Kota Tinggi 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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