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About Alor Setar

Alor Setar is a calm, affordable city in northern Malaysia 🌴 It’s great for digital nomads who want lower costs, less crowds, and a relaxed local vibe. You’ll find decent cafés, basic amenities, and easy access to Kedah’s countryside. Wi‑Fi is improving, but it’s best for nomads who prioritize peace over a big startup scene 💻☕

Through the year

Best in January (66) · now 62
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 68 mm Feb: 118 mm Mar: 172 mm Apr: 294 mm May: 326 mm Jun: 242 mm Jul: 210 mm Aug: 342 mm Sep: 323 mm Oct: 407 mm Nov: 452 mm Dec: 186 mm Jan: 32°C / 23°C Feb: 34°C / 24°C Mar: 34°C / 24°C Apr: 32°C / 24°C May: 31°C / 24°C Jun: 31°C / 24°C Jul: 31°C / 24°C Aug: 30°C / 24°C Sep: 30°C / 24°C Oct: 30°C / 23°C Nov: 30°C / 23°C Dec: 31°C / 23°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 8.4
Safety 7.8
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.0
Internet Speed 7.3
Accommodation Cost 8.4
Weather 4.6
Nomad Friendly 3.5
Female Friendly 6.8
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Alor Setar
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $136.56 per month
Coworking Space $62.07 per month
Coffee $1.49 per cup
Beer $2.98 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.11 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $19.86 per month
Mobile Plan $8.69 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $29.80 per month

Other cities in Malaysia

Other cities in Malaysia
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Kuala Lumpur $2,163 7.5 Compare
2 Penang $2,125 7.4 Compare
3 George Town $1,765 7.3 Compare
4 Petaling Jaya $2,087 7.0 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Langkawi MY Malaysia $1,218 6.5 Compare
2 Penang MY Malaysia $2,125 7.4 Compare
3 Satun TH Thailand $1,578 5.6 Compare
4 George Town MY Malaysia $1,765 7.3 Compare

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