Perhentian Islands, 🇲🇾 Malaysia Overview
🇲🇾 Perhentian Islands,
Malaysia
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Nomad Score
5.4
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ABOUT
Perhentian Islands, Malaysia 🌴🌊 are a paradise for beach lovers, but not ideal for digital nomads. Expect stunning turquoise water, snorkeling, and a laid-back island vibe, yet limited Wi‑Fi, patchy power, and few coworking options. Great for a short digital detox or remote work break—less so for reliable, full-time productivity.
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$1,614/mo
Internet Speed
Data unavailable
Weather Today
29°C / 27°C 🌧️
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 7.4 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 4.3 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.7 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 8.4 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 6.8 |
| ☀️ Weather | 6.8 |
| ♀️ Female Friendly | 7.8 |
| ✊ Racial Tolerance | 7.5 |
HUB MOMENTUM
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🚌 Monthly Transport Pass | $0.00 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $7.45 per month |
| 💻 Internet (60 Mbps+) | $24.83 per month |
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $173.81 per month |
| 💻 Coworking Space | $2.48 per month |
| ☕ Coffee | $1.99 per cup |
| 🍺 Beer | $2.98 per pint |
| 🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) | $2.48 per meal |
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 | Kota Bharu | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,142/mo | 5.9 | Compare |
| 2 | Cameron Highlands | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,612/mo | 5.9 | Compare |
| 3 | Ipoh | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,554/mo | 6.8 | Compare |
| 4 | Redang Island | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,539/mo | 4.9 | Compare |