Nomad score
6.6 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$1,661
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
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Weather today
31° / 23°
high / low, °CAbout Kuching
Kuching, Malaysia is a relaxed, affordable city for digital nomads 🌴💻. It offers good cafes, decent internet, friendly locals, and a low cost of living. You’ll find a laid-back riverside vibe, access to nature, and a slower pace that’s great for focused work and work-life balance. Not a major hub, but ideal if you want comfort and calm ✨
Regions
Through the year
Best in April (62) · now 60
J 60
F 60
M 60
A 62
M 62
J 62
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A 60
S 60
O 60
N 62
D 62
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $393.57 per month |
| Coworking Space | $114.26 per month |
| Coffee | $3.17 per cup |
| Beer | $4.57 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $2.54 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $15.23 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $11.43 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $26.66 per month |
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 |
