Shah Alam, 🇲🇾 Malaysia Overview
🇲🇾 Shah Alam,
Malaysia
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Nomad Score
6.4
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ABOUT
Shah Alam, Malaysia 🇲🇾 is a calm, modern city ideal for digital nomads who want affordable living and a slower pace than Kuala Lumpur. It has decent cafes, reliable internet in many areas, and good access to malls, parks, and essential services. 🏙️🌿 Best for remote workers seeking comfort, space, and easy city access nearby.
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$1,689/mo
Internet Speed
Data unavailable
Weather Today
35°C / 26°C 🌤️
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 8.0 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 3.3 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 7.8 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 8.3 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 7.6 |
| ☀️ Weather | 4.3 |
| 🌍 Nomad Friendly | 5.2 |
| ♀️ Female Friendly | 7.2 |
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $418.96 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 | $12.70 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $11.43 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 | Cyberjaya | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $1,803/mo | 7.0 | Compare |
| 2 | Kuala Lumpur | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $2,163/mo | 7.5 | Compare |
| 3 | Putrajaya | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $2,044/mo | 6.5 | Compare |
| 4 | Petaling Jaya | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $2,087/mo | 7.1 | Compare |