Malaysia — Country Facts & Profile
South-Eastern Asia, Asia
Home to 34,231,700 residents, Malaysia is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia. Its 330,803 km² of land are administered from Kuala Lumpur. It ranks #44 in the world by population. The national currency is the Malaysian ringgit (RM MYR). The official languages are English and Malay.
Fast Facts
Daily Life Indicators
Key indicators for visiting or living in Malaysia. Average temperature in Kuala Lumpur: 24.4°C (76°F).
Economic Facts
Malaysia has a GDP per capita of $11,874, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Safety Ranking
Malaysia has a safety index of 98 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Territorial Overview
Malaysia is located in South-Eastern Asia at coordinates 2.50°N, 112.50°E. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 330,803 km² (127,724 mi²). Population density: 103 people per km². The highest point is Mount Kota Kinabalu at 4,095 m.
Zoos & Botanical Gardens
Malaysia has 47 zoos and 13 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Civic Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Malaysia, including Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium with a capacity of 50,000 seats.
50,000 seats
Cities in the Malaysia Network
Federal & Local Divisions
Selangor
83 cities · 10,594,785 people
Largest: Kampung Baru Subang
Johor
74 cities · 7,337,669 people
Largest: Johor Bahru
Kuala Lumpur
32 cities · 3,625,512 people
Largest: Kuala Lumpur
Perak
51 cities · 2,795,268 people
Largest: Ipoh
Kedah
60 cities · 2,768,873 people
Largest: Kota Kuala Muda
Sarawak
51 cities · 2,144,324 people
Largest: Kuching
Sabah
28 cities · 2,121,453 people
Largest: Kota Kinabalu
Penang
37 cities · 2,002,189 people
Largest: Paya Terubong
Kelantan
19 cities · 1,281,766 people
Largest: Kota Bharu
Pahang
26 cities · 1,178,370 people
Largest: Kuantan
Melaka
28 cities · 1,130,466 people
Largest: Malacca
Negeri Sembilan
22 cities · 997,947 people
Largest: Seremban
Terengganu
11 cities · 743,651 people
Largest: Kuala Terengganu
Perlis
6 cities · 130,827 people
Largest: Kangar
Labuan
1 cities · 95,120 people
Largest: Labuan
Putrajaya
1 cities · 50,000 people
Largest: Putrajaya
Frequently Asked Questions about Malaysia
- What is the capital of Malaysia?
- The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur.
- What is the population of Malaysia?
- Malaysia has a population of approximately 34,231,700 people.
- What continent is Malaysia in?
- Malaysia is located in Asia, in the South-Eastern Asia subregion.
- Where is Malaysia located?
- Malaysia is located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia, at coordinates 2.5°N, 112.5°E.
- What currency does Malaysia use?
- Malaysia uses the Malaysian ringgit (RM MYR).
- What is the capital and currency of Malaysia?
- The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur and the currency is the Malaysian ringgit (MYR).
- What languages are spoken in Malaysia?
- The official languages of Malaysia are English, Malay.
- What is the area of Malaysia?
- Malaysia covers a total area of 330,803 km² (127,724 square miles).
- How large is Malaysia in square miles?
- Malaysia has a total area of approximately 127,724 square miles (330,803 km²).
- What is the population density of Malaysia?
- Malaysia has a population density of approximately 103 people per km².
- Is Malaysia an independent country?
- Yes, Malaysia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Malaysia border?
- Malaysia shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Malaysia?
- The GDP per capita of Malaysia is approximately $11,874.
- Is Malaysia safe to visit?
- Malaysia is considered very safe, with a safety index of 98 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What is the average temperature in Kuala Lumpur?
- The average annual temperature in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is approximately 24.4°C (76°F).
- What countries border Malaysia?
- Malaysia shares land borders with: Brunei, Indonesia, Thailand.
- What is the country calling code for Malaysia?
- The international calling code for Malaysia is +60. To call Malaysia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +60 and the local number.
- What time zone is Malaysia in?
- Malaysia operates on the UTC+08:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Malaysia?
- The highest point in Malaysia is Mount Kota Kinabalu at 4,095 m (13,435 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Malaysia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Malaysia is approximately $11,650 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Malaysia?
- The average internet speed in Malaysia is 105 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.