Oldest Cities in Sabah

Top 28 cities ranked by oldest cities

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Oldest Cities — Sabah

1 Lahad Datu 30.3

2 Kinabatangan 30.3

3 Petagas 30.3

4 Taman Rajawali 30.3

5 Bandar Labuan 30.3

6 Kobang 30.3

7 Kota Belud 30.3

8 Kampung Kundassang 30.3

9 Bandau 30.3

10 Kudat 30.3

11 Tawau 30.3

12 Bandar Nabawan 30.3

13 Keningau 30.3

14 Sandakan 30.3

15 Papar 30.3

16 Tenom 30.3

17 Beaufort 30.3

18 Sipitang 30.3

19 Semporna 30.3

20 Kampung Kunak 30.3

21 Ranau 30.3

22 Tambunan 30.3

23 Kinarut 30.3

24 Putatan 30.3

25 Donggongon 30.3

26 Kota Kinabalu 30.3

27 Kuala Penyu 30.3

28 Bongawan 30.3

Cities with the oldest median ages in Sabah often serve as popular retirement destinations or established communities with stable, long-term residents. Lahad Datu has a median age of 30.3 years.

Older median ages can indicate strong healthcare systems, quality of life factors that encourage aging in place, or communities that are particularly attractive to retirees. These cities often feature robust healthcare infrastructure and senior services.

Communities with older populations face unique planning challenges including healthcare capacity, accessibility, transportation for non-drivers, and maintaining a tax base as the workforce ages. Many are adapting their infrastructure and services to meet these evolving needs.

Did You Know?

1. Half of Lahad Datu's residents are over 30.3 years old.
2. Popular retirement destinations in Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas dominate this list.
3. Cities with older populations typically have higher rates of homeownership and longer average residency periods.

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