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Kuching, Malaysia

Sarawak · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Kuching is a large city in Sarawak, Malaysia with a population of 402,738. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
402,738 Population 2,420/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
162.9 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

Population402,738
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density2,420/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 (26°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain162.9 in/yr
Sunny Days102/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population402,738
Population Density2,420 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates1.5500°, 110.3333°
TimezoneAsia/Kuching
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceSarawak
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation162.9 inches (4,137 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Kuching a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kuching 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. Kuching 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

Kuching has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°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 162.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Kuching has a population of 402,738 with a density of 2,420 people per square mile, spread across 166.4 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

402,738
Total Population
2,420
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
166.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kuching vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kuching vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kuching 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: Kuching 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 Kuching, 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: Kuching 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

Kuching has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°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 162.9 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days102 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall162.9 inches
329% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area166.4 sq mi (431.0 km²)
Population Density2,420/sq mi
Coordinates1.5500°N, 110.3333°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuching

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 28.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 20.9 in
March 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Driest
July 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 13.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 20.1 in

Kuching has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 162.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (28.7") and June the driest (7.4").

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 Density2,420/sq mi
Total Area166.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kuching

What is the population of Kuching?

Kuching has a population of 402,738 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 2,420 people per square mile, spread across 166.4 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 Kuching expensive to live in?

Kuching 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 Kuching?

Kuching has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°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 162.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Kuching?

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

How are the schools in Kuching?

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

How healthy is Kuching?

The obesity rate in Kuching 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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