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Malim Nawar, Malaysia

Perak · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Malim Nawar is a small town in Perak, Malaysia with a population of 1,477. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,477 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
105.7 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

Population1,477
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain105.7 in/yr
Sunny Days144/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population1,477
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates4.3506°, 101.1188°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvincePerak
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation105.7 inches (2,684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Malim Nawar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malim Nawar 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. Malim Nawar 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

Malim Nawar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 144 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 105.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Malim Nawar has a population of 1,477. 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

1,477
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Malim Nawar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malim Nawar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malim Nawar 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: Malim Nawar 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 Malim Nawar, 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: Malim Nawar 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

Malim Nawar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 105.7 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 75 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days144 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall105.7 inches
178% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates4.3506°N, 101.1188°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in
February 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
March 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 11.3 in
May 82°F (28°C) 9.5 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Driest
July 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in Coldest

Malim Nawar has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 80°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 105.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.2") and June the driest (5.9").

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 Malim Nawar

What is the population of Malim Nawar?

Malim Nawar has a population of 1,477 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 Malim Nawar expensive to live in?

Malim Nawar 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 Malim Nawar?

Malim Nawar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Malim Nawar?

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

How are the schools in Malim Nawar?

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

How healthy is Malim Nawar?

The obesity rate in Malim Nawar 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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