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Labis, Malaysia

Johor · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Labis is a small city in Johor, Malaysia with a population of 21,906. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
21,906 Population 134/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
88.7 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

Population21,906
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density134/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 Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain88.7 in/yr
Sunny Days175/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population21,906
Population Density134 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates2.3850°, 103.0210°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceJohor
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation88.7 inches (2,252 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Labis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Labis 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. Labis 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

Labis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 175 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Labis has a population of 21,906 with a density of 134 people per square mile, spread across 162.9 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

21,906
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
162.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Labis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Labis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Labis 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: Labis 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 Labis, 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: Labis 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

Labis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 175 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.7 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 157 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days175 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.7 inches
133% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area162.9 sq mi (422.0 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates2.3850°N, 103.0210°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 9.9 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 6.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
April 80°F (26°C) 8.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.5 in
October 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in
November 78°F (26°C) 9.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 11.4 in Wettest

Labis has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.4") and July the driest (4.8").

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 Density134/sq mi
Total Area162.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Labis

What is the population of Labis?

Labis has a population of 21,906 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 134 people per square mile, spread across 162.9 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 Labis expensive to live in?

Labis 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 Labis?

Labis 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 79°F in July. The area receives 175 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Labis?

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

How are the schools in Labis?

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

How healthy is Labis?

The obesity rate in Labis 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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