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Ulu Kinta, Malaysia

Perak · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Ulu Kinta is a small city in Perak, Malaysia with a population of 9,799. Elevation: 745 ft (227 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
9,799 Population
745 ft Elevation 227 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
119.5 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

Population9,799
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI155 (Unhealthy)
Rain119.5 in/yr
Sunny Days126/yr
Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population9,799
Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Coordinates4.6667°, 101.2167°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvincePerak
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation119.5 inches (3,036 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,400
Median Age30.3 years

Is Ulu Kinta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ulu Kinta 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. Ulu Kinta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ulu Kinta 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

Ulu Kinta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 126 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 119.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Ulu Kinta has a population of 9,799. 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

9,799
Total Population
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ulu Kinta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ulu Kinta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ulu Kinta 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: Ulu Kinta 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 Ulu Kinta, 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: Ulu Kinta 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

Ulu Kinta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 119.5 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 745 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days126 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall119.5 inches
215% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Coordinates4.6667°N, 101.2167°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 7.8 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 8.7 in
April 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in Warmest
May 74°F (23°C) 11.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 7.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 7.0 in
August 73°F (23°C) 8.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 11.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 14.9 in Wettest
November 72°F (22°C) 14.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 11.9 in

Ulu Kinta has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 71°F in January to 74°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 119.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.9") and February the driest (6.1").

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 Ulu Kinta

What is the population of Ulu Kinta?

Ulu Kinta has a population of 9,799 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 Ulu Kinta expensive to live in?

Ulu Kinta 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 Ulu Kinta?

Ulu Kinta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 119.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Ulu Kinta?

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

How are the schools in Ulu Kinta?

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

How healthy is Ulu Kinta?

The obesity rate in Ulu Kinta 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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