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Selama Kedah, Malaysia

Kedah · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Selama Kedah is a small town in Kedah, Malaysia with a population of 2,941. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,941 Population
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
113.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kuala Lumpur Timezone
$13,400 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$13,400 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,400
82% lower than US avg
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

Population2,941
Median Age30.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

B
Median Income$13,400
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)
Rain113.3 in/yr
Sunny Days136/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population2,941
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates5.2324°, 100.6828°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceKedah
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation113.3 inches (2,878 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,400
Median Age30.3 years

Is Selama Kedah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Selama Kedah receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Selama Kedah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Selama Kedah is $13,400, 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Selama Kedah 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 136 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 113.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Selama Kedah has a population of 2,941. 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

2,941
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Selama Kedah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Selama Kedah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Selama Kedah is $13,400, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Selama Kedah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,400
82% below US avg
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 Selama Kedah, 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: Selama Kedah 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

Selama Kedah 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 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 113.3 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 102 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above US avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days136 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall113.3 inches
198% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates5.2324°N, 100.6828°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 9.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 10.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.7 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 15.8 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 12.8 in
December 80°F (26°C) 9.3 in

Selama Kedah has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 113.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.8") and February the driest (5.3").

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 Selama Kedah

What is the population of Selama Kedah?

Selama Kedah has a population of 2,941 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 Selama Kedah expensive to live in?

Selama Kedah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 30.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $13,400, 82% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Selama Kedah?

Selama Kedah 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 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Selama Kedah?

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

How are the schools in Selama Kedah?

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

How healthy is Selama Kedah?

The obesity rate in Selama Kedah 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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