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George Town
Nomad score
7.3 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$1,765
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
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Weather today
32° / 25°
high / low, °CAbout George Town
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.
Regions
Through the year
Best in February (64) · now 61
J 63
F 64
M 62
A 62
M 61
J 62
J 61
A 62
S 62
O 63
N 61
D 63
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
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 |
Other cities in Malaysia
| # | City | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penang | $2,125 | 7.4 | Compare |
| 2 | Kuala Lumpur | $1,546 | 7.3 | Compare |
| 3 | Petaling Jaya | $2,087 | 7.0 | Compare |
| 4 | Johor Bahru | $1,047 | 6.8 | Compare |