This statistic shows the ten biggest cities in Malaysia in 2020. In 2020, approximately **** million people lived in Kuala Lumpur, making it the biggest city in Malaysia.

Actual value and historical data chart for Malaysia Population In The Largest City Percent Of Urban Population

Malaysia Population in Largest City data was reported at 7,318,545.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 7,081,137.000 Person for 2016. Malaysia Population in Largest City data is updated yearly, averaging 1,870,358.000 Person from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7,318,545.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 343,527.000 Person in 1960. Malaysia Population in Largest City data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Population in largest city is the urban population living in the country's largest metropolitan area.; ; United Nations, World Urbanization Prospects.; ;

Graph and download economic data for Geographical Outreach: Number of Branches in 3 Largest Cities, Excluding Headquarters, for Other Deposit Takers for Malaysia (MYSFCBODDLNUM) from 2004 to 2015 about branches and Malaysia.

This statistic shows the degree of urbanization in Malaysia from 2014 to 2024. Urbanization means the share of urban population in the total population of a country. In 2024, 79.2 percent of Malaysia's total population lived in urban areas and cities. Urban areas in Malaysia Malaysia is currently one of the most urbanized countries of East Asia, and also one of the most rapidly urbanized regions around the world; over the last ten years, the urban population in Malaysia has increased from around 66 percent in 2004 to 74 percent in 2014. This growth is expected to continue, as people from rural areas migrate to urban areas due to the economy and employment continuing to shift from agriculture to industry and services. At present, the largest city in terms of population is Kuala Lumpur, which is home to around 1.31 million inhabitants - which is still relatively small, considering that the entire population of Malaysia amounts to around 31 million. Malaysia is also home to a number of smaller urban areas, and there are three other urban areas with more than 500,000 inhabitants. Urban areas in Malaysia, notably Kuala Lumpur, are less dense than is common for urban areas in East Asia. This means that dealing with and limiting sprawl will be a challenge. As the urban transformation continues, there is still a chance to find a balance between urban and rural settlements in an equitable, compact and sustainable manner.

This horizontal bar chart displays urban population (people) by capital city using the aggregation sum in Malaysia. The data is filtered where the date is 2023. The data is about countries per year.

This horizontal bar chart displays female population (people) by capital city using the aggregation sum in Malaysia. The data is filtered where the date is 2023. The data is about countries per year.

In 2023, the urban population in Malaysia reached approximately 27.65 million people. In the last decade, the urban population in Malaysia has increased by more than five million people, indicating an upward trend in urbanization. Rapid urbanization In 2023, approximately 78 percent of Malaysia’s population lived in urban areas and cities. This puts Malaysia as one of Southeast Asia’s most urbanized countries. The metropolitan area of Greater Kuala Lumpur had a population of more than eight million in that year, making it Malaysia’s biggest urban area. However, about twice as many Malaysians lived in cities with half a million inhabitants or less. Urban-rural divide For many Malaysians, urbanization brought about more and better economic opportunities and job prospects. The average monthly income for urban households was more than 3,000 Malaysian ringgit higher than that of rural households. Poverty rates in rural areas were also significantly higher than that in urban areas. Even so, the countryside still holds a nostalgic place in the hearts of Malaysians, encapsulated in the romanticized idea of the ‘kampung’ or Malay village.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Canada data was reported at 90.700 % in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 84.800 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Canada data is updated yearly, averaging 84.900 % from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2015, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 97.100 % in 2013 and a record low of 27.100 % in 2003. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Canada data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Netherlands data was reported at 96.400 % in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 85.100 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Netherlands data is updated yearly, averaging 87.900 % from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2015, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 97.400 % in 2013 and a record low of 37.000 % in 2003. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Netherlands data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.

This horizontal bar chart displays central government debt (% of GDP) by capital city using the aggregation average, weighted by gdp in Malaysia. The data is filtered where the date is 2021. The data is about countries per year.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: United Kingdom data was reported at 79.100 % in 2015. This records a decrease from the previous number of 83.600 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: United Kingdom data is updated yearly, averaging 82.200 % from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2015, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 97.100 % in 2013 and a record low of 41.900 % in 2003. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: United Kingdom data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.

This horizontal bar chart displays carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) (Mt of CO2 equivalent) by capital city using the aggregation sum in Malaysia. The data is filtered where the date is 2023. The data is about countries per year.

Malaysia Smart City Surveillance Market is projected to grow around USAD 3.6 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 13.2% during the forecast period.

Malaysia Tower Crane Market size was valued at USD 13.08 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 26.06 Billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 9% during the forecast period 2026-2032.Global Malaysia Tower Crane Market DriversThe market drivers for the Malaysia tower crane market can be influenced by various factors. These may include:Urban Development Expansion: Growing urban development projects across major Malaysian cities are increasing demand for tower cranes, particularly in Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru where high-rise construction activities continue accelerating. Furthermore, this trend is creating sustained opportunities for crane rental and sales companies.

This horizontal bar chart displays proportion of seats held by women in national parliaments (%) by capital city using the aggregation average in Malaysia. The data is filtered where the date is 2023. The data is about countries per year.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Other Asia data was reported at 87.900 % in 2015. This records a decrease from the previous number of 89.300 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Other Asia data is updated yearly, averaging 90.900 % from Dec 2005 (Median) to 2015, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 98.800 % in 2011 and a record low of 87.600 % in 2006. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Other Asia data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Other Asean data was reported at 86.800 % in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 74.800 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Other Asean data is updated yearly, averaging 82.500 % from Dec 2005 (Median) to 2015, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 100.000 % in 2013 and a record low of 68.100 % in 2011. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Other Asean data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Japan data was reported at 79.100 % in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 68.100 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Japan data is updated yearly, averaging 76.300 % from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2015, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 91.500 % in 2013 and a record low of 48.700 % in 2003. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Japan data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.

Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Sweden data was reported at 91.000 % in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 74.300 % for 2014. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Sweden data is updated yearly, averaging 83.100 % from Dec 2001 (Median) to 2015, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 95.900 % in 2013 and a record low of 17.600 % in 2003. Malaysia Tourist Arrival: Sightseeing In Cities: Sweden data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Tourism Malaysia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.Q009: Tourist Arrivals By Major Activities Engaged.