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Parit Sulung, Malaysia

Johor · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Parit Sulung is a mid-size city in Johor, Malaysia with a population of 82,399. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
82,399 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
84.6 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

Population82,399
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain84.6 in/yr
Sunny Days183/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population82,399
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates1.9760°, 102.8835°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceJohor
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation84.6 inches (2,148 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Parit Sulung a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parit Sulung 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. Parit Sulung 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

Parit Sulung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 183 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 84.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Parit Sulung has a population of 82,399. 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

82,399
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Parit Sulung vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Parit Sulung vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parit Sulung 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: Parit Sulung 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 Parit Sulung, 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: Parit Sulung 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

Parit Sulung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 183 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 84.6 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

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days183 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.6 inches
123% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates1.9760°N, 102.8835°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 9.1 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in
August 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in
November 80°F (26°C) 9.2 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in

Parit Sulung has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 79°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 84.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.2") and February the driest (5.2").

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 Parit Sulung

What is the population of Parit Sulung?

Parit Sulung has a population of 82,399 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 Parit Sulung expensive to live in?

Parit Sulung 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 Parit Sulung?

Parit Sulung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Parit Sulung?

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

How are the schools in Parit Sulung?

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

How healthy is Parit Sulung?

The obesity rate in Parit Sulung 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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