Nomad score
5.2 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$1,291
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
Data unavailable
Weather today
33° / 26°
high / low, °CAbout Semporna
Semporna, Malaysia 🌊🐠 is a tropical gateway to world-class diving and island hopping. For digital nomads, it’s more about slow, scenic living than fast-paced work: affordable stays, relaxed vibes, and stunning views. Internet can be spotty, so it’s best for short stays or remote work that doesn’t need super-reliable connectivity.
Through the year
Best in October (58) · now 58
J 55
F 55
M 55
A 55
M 54
J 55
J 55
A 55
S 55
O 58
N 55
D 55
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Coworking Space | $49.66 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $111.73 per month |
| Beer | $1.99 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $1.49 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $19.86 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $7.45 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $24.83 per month |
| Coffee | $1.24 per cup |
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 |
Nearby destinations
| # | City | Country | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kota Kinabalu |  MY
Malaysia |
$1,859 | 6.6 | Compare |
| 2 | Sandakan | MY
Malaysia |
$986 | 5.7 | Compare |
| 3 | Sanur |  ID
Indonesia |
$1,936 | 6.9 | Compare |
| 4 | Bandar Seri Begawan |  BN
Brunei |
$2,744 | 5.6 | Compare |