Ipoh, 🇲🇾 Malaysia Overview
🇲🇾 Ipoh,
Malaysia
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Nomad Score
6.8
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ABOUT
Ipoh, Malaysia is a laid-back city with a charming old-town vibe, great food, and a lower cost of living than bigger hubs. ☕🍜 It offers decent cafes, reliable internet in many areas, and a relaxed pace that’s ideal for focused remote work. 🧑💻 While nightlife is modest, nearby nature and easy access to Kuala Lumpur add extra appeal. 🌿🚆
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$1,554/mo
Internet Speed
Data unavailable
Weather Today
34°C / 25°C 🌤️
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Regions
Malay Archipelago,
Tiger Cub Economies
KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 8.8 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 8.2 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 3.6 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 8.1 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 8.5 |
| ☀️ Weather | 4.2 |
| 🌍 Nomad Friendly | 6.1 |
| ♀️ Female Friendly | 7.9 |
HUB MOMENTUM
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $368.18 per month |
| 💻 Coworking Space | $114.26 per month |
| ☕ Coffee | $3.43 per cup |
| 🍺 Beer | $4.57 per pint |
| 🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.05 per meal |
| 🚌 Monthly Transport Pass | $15.23 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $13.97 per month |
| 💻 Internet (60 Mbps+) | $26.66 per month |
VISITS (LAST 30 DAYS)
OTHER CITIES IN MALAYSIA 🇲🇾
| # | City | Cost/mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kuala Lumpur | $2,163/mo | 7.5 | Compare |
| 2 | Penang | $2,125/mo | 7.4 | Compare |
| 3 | George Town | $1,765/mo | 7.3 | Compare |
| 4 | Petaling Jaya | $2,087/mo | 7.1 | Compare |
NEARBY DESTINATIONS
| # | City | Country | Cost/mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penang | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $2,125/mo | 7.4 | Compare |
| 2 | Kuala Lumpur | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $2,163/mo | 7.5 | Compare |
| 3 | Cameron Highlands | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,612/mo | 5.9 | Compare |
| 4 | George Town | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,765/mo | 7.3 | Compare |