🇲🇾 George Town,
Malaysia
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Nomad Score
7.4
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ABOUT
George Town, Penang 🇲🇾 is a vibrant, walkable city with rich heritage, great street food, and a growing café culture ☕️. Digital nomads like its affordable cost of living, reliable internet in many coworking spaces, and easy access to beaches and nature 🏝️. It’s a creative, laid-back base with plenty of charm and community.
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$1,765/mo
Internet Speed
Mbps
Weather Today
30°C / 25°C 🌧️
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 8.2 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 8.2 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 7.0 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 8.2 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 7.8 |
| ☀️ Weather | 4.5 |
| 🌍 Nomad Friendly | 8.2 |
| ♀️ Female Friendly | 8.0 |
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $444.35 per month |
| 💻 Coworking Space | $114.26 per month |
| ☕ Coffee | $3.05 per cup |
| 🍺 Beer | $3.81 per pint |
| 🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.05 per meal |
| 🚌 Monthly Transport Pass | $12.70 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $11.43 per month |
| 💻 Internet (60 Mbps+) | $27.93 per month |
VISITS (LAST 30 DAYS)
OTHER CITIES IN MALAYSIA 🇲🇾
| # | City | Cost/mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penang | $2,125/mo | 7.4 | Compare |
| 2 | Kuala Lumpur | $2,163/mo | 7.3 | Compare |
| 3 | Cyberjaya | $1,803/mo | 7.1 | Compare |
| 4 | Petaling Jaya | $2,087/mo | 7.1 | Compare |
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