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Sungkai, Malaysia

Perak · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Sungkai is a mid-size city in Perak, Malaysia with a population of 32,700. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
32,700 Population
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
113.2 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

Population32,700
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)
Rain113.2 in/yr
Sunny Days132/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population32,700
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates4.0000°, 101.3167°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvincePerak
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation113.2 inches (2,874 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Sungkai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sungkai 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. Sungkai 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

Sungkai 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 132 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 113.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Sungkai has a population of 32,700. 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

32,700
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sungkai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sungkai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sungkai 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: Sungkai 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 Sungkai, 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: Sungkai 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

Sungkai 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 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 113.2 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

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days132 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall113.2 inches
198% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates4.0000°N, 101.3167°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in
February 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
March 81°F (27°C) 10.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 12.5 in
May 82°F (28°C) 9.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in Wettest
December 80°F (26°C) 10.8 in Coldest

Sungkai has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F — from 80°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 113.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.4") and July the driest (5.5").

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 Sungkai

What is the population of Sungkai?

Sungkai has a population of 32,700 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 Sungkai expensive to live in?

Sungkai 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 Sungkai?

Sungkai 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 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Sungkai?

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

How are the schools in Sungkai?

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

How healthy is Sungkai?

The obesity rate in Sungkai 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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