MY
Kota Kinabalu
Nomad score
6.6 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$1,859
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
Data unavailable
Weather today
30° / 24°
high / low, °CAbout Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia 🇲🇾 is a relaxed coastal city with tropical vibes, great seafood, and access to islands and mountains 🌴⛰️. For digital nomads, it offers a lower cost of living, decent cafes, and a laid-back pace of life. Internet is generally good in the city, though options are more limited than in larger hubs. Great for work-life balance. 💻✨
Regions
Through the year
Best in August (64) · now 63
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F 63
M 63
A 63
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J 64
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O 63
N 63
D 63
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $418.96 per month |
| Coworking Space | $114.26 per month |
| Coffee | $3.17 per cup |
| Beer | $4.06 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.05 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $20.31 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $11.43 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $29.20 per month |
Other cities in Malaysia
| # | City | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penang | $2,125 | 7.4 | Compare |
| 2 | George Town | $1,765 | 7.3 | Compare |
| 3 | Kuala Lumpur | $1,546 | 7.3 | Compare |
| 4 | Petaling Jaya | $2,087 | 7.0 | Compare |
