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Skudai, Malaysia

Johor · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Skudai is a large city in Johor, Malaysia with a population of 159,733. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
159,733 Population
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
125.8 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

Population159,733
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain125.8 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population159,733
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates1.5374°, 103.6578°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceJohor
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation125.8 inches (3,195 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Skudai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skudai receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Skudai 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

Skudai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 125.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Skudai has a population of 159,733. 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

159,733
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Skudai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skudai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skudai 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: Skudai 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 Skudai, 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: Skudai 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

Skudai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 125.8 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 131 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall125.8 inches
231% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates1.5374°N, 103.6578°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 9.5 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
July 80°F (26°C) 5.6 in Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 8.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 9.9 in
December 78°F (26°C) 11.1 in Wettest

Skudai has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 94.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.1") and July the driest (5.6").

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 Skudai

What is the population of Skudai?

Skudai has a population of 159,733 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 Skudai expensive to live in?

Skudai 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 Skudai?

Skudai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 125.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Skudai?

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

How are the schools in Skudai?

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

How healthy is Skudai?

The obesity rate in Skudai 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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