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Yong Peng, Malaysia

Johor · 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Yong Peng is a small city in Johor, Malaysia with a population of 27,138. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
27,138 Population 445/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
86.9 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

Population27,138
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density445/mi²
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)
Rain86.9 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.7%
Population27,138
Population Density445 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates2.0136°, 103.0659°
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Country🇲🇾 Malaysia
State / ProvinceJohor
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation86.9 inches (2,206 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.3 years

Is Yong Peng a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yong Peng 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. Yong Peng 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

Yong Peng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 178 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 86.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 155.

Yong Peng has a population of 27,138 with a density of 445 people per square mile, spread across 61.0 square miles. 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

27,138
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
61.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yong Peng vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yong Peng vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yong Peng 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: Yong Peng 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 Yong Peng, 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: Yong Peng 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

Yong Peng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.9 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above US avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall86.9 inches
129% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median155.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %18.3%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area61.0 sq mi (158.0 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates2.0136°N, 103.0659°W
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 7.2 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in Warmest, Wettest
May 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
November 80°F (26°C) 8.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 9.0 in

Yong Peng has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 78°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 86.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.5") and July the driest (5.0").

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

Population Density445/sq mi
Total Area61.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yong Peng

What is the population of Yong Peng?

Yong Peng has a population of 27,138 residents and is located in Malaysia. The population density is 445 people per square mile, spread across 61.0 square miles. 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 Yong Peng expensive to live in?

Yong Peng 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 Yong Peng?

Yong Peng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.9 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 155.

How is the job market in Yong Peng?

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

How are the schools in Yong Peng?

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

How healthy is Yong Peng?

The obesity rate in Yong Peng 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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