Cyberjaya, Malaysia 🇲🇾
#1428
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Nomad Score:
72%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
69%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices; more affordable than Kuala Lumpur but higher than rural areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive and diverse food options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
77%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; ride-hailing services are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are growing but still limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with decent facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Malaysian Ringgit is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
88%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available, with speeds often exceeding 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
71%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, but fewer than in Kuala Lumpur or Penang.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
76%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes offering reliable WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
73%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are welcoming to digital nomads, with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad hub; less popular than Kuala Lumpur or Bali.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good work-life balance opportunities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; better than Kuala Lumpur but affected by regional haze occasionally.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban environment, though some areas could improve waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, reducing language barriers for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be affected by seasonal haze and local traffic pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare facilities nearby, with access to private hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare system with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and abundant sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or typhoons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, but urban development limits extensive green space.
❄️ Air Conditioning
91%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is standard in most buildings and public transport.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich multicultural environment with Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences.
🌃 Nightlife
56%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger Malaysian cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Close to natural attractions like forests and lakes, suitable for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
64%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Malay and other local languages exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences available, though less tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
87%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene with local Malaysian and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Decent availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of health-conscious cafes and organic food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 timezone is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European remote work hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
63%
Weight: 25
Networking events exist but are less frequent than in major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
61%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
64%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem supported by government initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
73%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment and e-wallet services are widely used and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with growing interest but regulatory caution remains.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport, about 30-40 minutes away.
🚇 Public Transit
54%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options within Cyberjaya; reliance on cars and ride-hailing.
🚶 Walkability
59%
Weight: 20
Some pedestrian-friendly areas but overall car-dependent city layout.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab are widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is developing but still limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good connectivity to Kuala Lumpur and other cities via highway and rail.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rental options compared to other Southeast Asian cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
82%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in malls and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; generally safe for expressing opinions cautiously.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
68%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; government support for startups improving process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa; relies on tourist or work visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing as a nomad hub.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
52%
Weight: 25
Few regular events; community is small but active.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Limited but growing online presence for digital nomads in Cyberjaya.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for female travelers, though cultural norms are conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with generally good racial tolerance.