In 2025, **** percent of the Malaysian population were classified as Bumiputera, **** percent were classified as ethnic Chinese, and *** percent as ethnic Indians. Those who do not fall under these three main ethnic groups are classified as ‘Other.’ Malaysia is a multi-ethnic and multi-religious society with three main ethnicities and language groups. Who are Malaysia’s Bumiputera? Bumiputera, meaning sons of the soil, is a term used to categorize the Malays, as well as the indigenous peoples of Peninsular Malaysia, also known as "orang asli", and the indigenous peoples of Sabah and Sarawak. As 2024, the Bumiputera share of the population in Sabah was ** percent, while that in Sarawak was **** percent. Thus, the incorporation of the states of Sabah and Sarawak during the formation of Malaysia ensured that the ethnic Malays were able to maintain a majority share of the Malaysian population. Bumiputera privileges and ethnic-based politics The rights and privileges of the Malays and the natives of Sabah and Sarawak are enshrined in Article 153 of Malaysia’s constitution. This translated, in practice, to a policy of affirmative action to improve the economic situation of this particular group, through the New Economic Policy introduced in 1971. 50 years on, it is questionable whether the policy has achieved its aim. Bumiputeras still lag behind the other ethnic two major groups in terms of monthly household income. However, re-thinking this policy will certainly be met by opposition from those who have benefitted from it.

The total population in Malaysia was estimated at 34.1 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Malaysia Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In 2025, it was estimated that **** percent of the population in Sabah were Bumiputera. "Bumiputera" is a term used in Malaysia to refer to those of Malay ethnicity or from indigenous groups in Malaysia. Sabah is a resource-rich state located in eastern Malaysia on the island of Borneo. It primarily exports oil, gas, timber, and palm oil.

As of the first half of 2024, the Bumiputera or Malay population in Malaysia made up around **** million of the population. By comparison, there were around *** million Malaysians of Indian descent.

This dataset shows Population by Age Group, Sex and Ethnic Group, Malaysia, 1970-2022 notes: Value for year 1970 based on the adjusted data 1970 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 1980 based on the adjusted data 1980 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 1991 based on the adjusted data 1991 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 2010 based on the adjusted data 2010 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 1971-1979, 1981-1990, 1992-1999, 2001-2009, 2011-2022 base on Intercensal mid-year population estimates The added total may differ due to rounding. Population ethnic group only available from 1980 onward Value for 2022 are preliminary Source: Department of Statistics, Malaysia No. of Views : 1016

This data set shows Population by Age Group, Sex and Ethnic Group, Selangor, 1970-2020 notes: Value for year 1970 based on the adjusted data 1970 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 1980 based on the adjusted data 1980 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 1991 based on the adjusted data 1991 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 2010 based on the adjusted data 2010 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia. Value for year 1971-1979, 1981-1990, 1992-199, 2001-2009, 2011-2020 base on Intercensal mid-year population estimates The added total may differ due to rounding. Population ethnic group only available from 1980 onward No. of Views : 467

Abstract

Objectives: To obtain comprehensive statistical information related to the population and housing units in Malaysia at a point of time.

Reference Period: Na

Periodicity of Data Collection: Every 10 years

Geographic coverage

Whole country

Analysis unit

Individuals

Universe

Population groups: All age groups

Total population covered: All

Economic activities: All economic activities

Sectors covered: All sectors

Labor force status: Employed persons

Status in Employment: Employees, employers, own-account workers

Establishments: The enquiry is household based

Other limitations: Na

Classifications: Sex, age, level of education, other personal characteristics (e.g. marital status), status in employment, occupation, economic activity

Cross-classification: E.g. by age/sex and type of disability, by age/sex and status in employment

Kind of data

Census/enumeration data [cen]

Frequency of data collection

Periodicity of Data collection: Every 10 years

Context

According to the Malaysian Department of Statistics, the country's population was 28,334,135 in 2010, according to a 2012 estimate, the population is increasing by 1.54 percent per year. Malaysia has a multi-ethnic, multicultural, and multilingual society. Malaysian citizens consist mainly of 3 ethnic groups, with the largest group being Bumiputra which consist mainly of Malays. Malaysian Chinese which has a population of about 20% & Malaysian Indian with about 7%.

Content

The Data consist of 1700 rows & 6columns.

• Sex: Male, Female
• Age Group: 17 different age group. E.g: 00-04 , 05-09 , 10-14 , etc.
• Year: 2010 - 2019
• Citizen category: Malaysian citizens , Non-Malaysian citizens
• Ethnic: Bumiputra , Chinese , Indian , Other , Foreigner . Malaysian citizen but not in the 3 main ethnic group are mark as Other.
• Population ('000): Population in thousands

As of July 2024, it was estimated that **** percent of the population in Sarawak were Bumiputera. "Bumiputera" is a term used in Malaysia to refer to those of Malay ethnicity or from indigenous groups in Malaysia. Sarawak is a resource-rich state, located in western Malaysia on the island of Borneo. It primarily exports oil, gas, timber, and palm oil.

This data set shows Population by Age Group, Sex and Ethnic Group, Sarawak, 1970-2020notes: Value for year 1970 based on the adjusted data 1970 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 1980 based on the adjusted data 1980 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 1991 based on the adjusted data 1991 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 2010 based on the adjusted data 2010 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 1971-1979, 1981-1990, 1992-199, 2001-2009, 2011-2020 base on Intercensal mid-year population estimatesThe added total may differ due to rounding.Population ethnic group only available from 1980 onward

Malaysia Population Projection: Mid Year: Growth data was reported at 0.570 % in 2050. This records a decrease from the previous number of 0.590 % for 2049. Malaysia Population Projection: Mid Year: Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 1.440 % from Jun 1980 (Median) to 2050, with 71 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.120 % in 1982 and a record low of 0.570 % in 2050. Malaysia Population Projection: Mid Year: Growth data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by US Census Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.US Census Bureau: Demographic Projection.

In 2023, the crude rate of natural increase for the Bumiputera population in Malaysia was ****, the highest among all ethnic groups in Malaysia. By comparison, the crude rate of natural increase for the Chinese population was the lowest.

The world's most accurate population datasets. Seven maps/datasets for the distribution of various populations in Malaysia: (1) Overall population density (2) Women (3) Men (4) Children (ages 0-5) (5) Youth (ages 15-24) (6) Elderly (ages 60+) (7) Women of reproductive age (ages 15-49).

This data set shows Population by age, sex and ethnic group, W.P Kuala Lumpur, 1980-2020notes: Value for year 1980 based on the adjusted data 1980 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 1991 based on the adjusted data 1991 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 2010 based on the adjusted data 2010 Population and Housing Census of Malaysia.Value for year 1981-1990, 1992-199, 2001-2009, 2011-2020 base on Intercensal mid-year population estimatesThe added total may differ due to rounding.

(M: Male, F: Female)Comparison of facial measurements in present study with studies done across the globe on different populations.

ObjectivesLiterature shows a high prevalence of MetS among Malaysians, varying across the major ethnicities. Since sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle factors and diet habits of such communities have been reported to be diverse, the objective of this study was to investigate the association of various sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle factors and diet habits with MetS overall, as well as with the three major ethnic communities in Malaysia, specifically.Materials and methodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study among 481 Malaysians of ages 18 years and above living in the state of Johor, Malaysia. Information on demographics, lifestyle and diet habits were collected using a structured questionnaire. Harmonized criteria were used to assess the status of MetS. Multiple logistic regression was employed to determine any associations between sociodemographic and lifestyle factors and dietary behaviours with MetS.ResultsMetS was found among 32.2% of the respondents and was more prevalent among the Indians (51.9%), followed by the Malays (36.7%) and the Chinese (20.2%). Overall, increasing age (AOR = 2.44[95%CI = 1.27–4.70] at 40–49 years vs. AOR = 4.14[95%CI = 1.97–8.69] at 60 years and above) and Indian ethnicity (AOR = 1.95[95%CI = 1.12–3.38)] increased the odds of MetS, while higher education (AOR = 0.44[95%CI = 0.20–0.94] decreased the odds of MetS in this population. Quick finishing of meals (AOR = 2.17[95%CI = 1.02–4.60]) and low physical activity (AOR = 4.76[95%CI = 1.49–15.26]) were associated with increased odds of MetS among the Malays and the Chinese, respectively.ConclusionThe population of Johor depicts a diverse lifestyle and diet behaviour, and some of these factors are associated with MetS in certain ethnic groups. In the light of such differences, ethnic specific measures would be needed to reduce the prevalence of MetS among those in this population.

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(SD: Standard deviation, CI: Confidence interval, *p

This dataset shows the Main Demographic Rates, Malaysia, 1911- 2021 Nota / Notes : Natural increase 1932 – 1962 : Peninsular Malaysia 1963 onward : Malaysia Neonatal death 1935 – 1962 : Peninsular Malaysia 1963 – 1964 : Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah 1965 onward : Malaysia Infant death 1922 – 1962 : Peninsular Malaysia 1963 onward : Malaysia Toddler death 1955 –1979 : Peninsular Malaysia 1980 onward : Malaysia Maternal death 1933 –1962 : Peninsular Malaysia 1963 onward : Malaysia Live birth and death 1911 – 1962 : Peninsular Malaysia 1963 onward : Malaysia Total fertility rate 1958 –1969 : Peninsular Malaysia 1970 onward : Malaysia Crude rate of natural increase are per 1,000 population Crude birth rate are per 1,000 population Crude death rate are per 1,000 population Neonatal mortality rate and infant mortality rate are per 1,000 live births Toddler mortality rate are per 1,000 population aged 1-4 years Maternal mortality ratio are per 100,000 live births Sources : Department of Statistics, Malaysia No. of Views : 713

Malaysia Migration Rate: per 1000 Inhabitants: Net data was reported at 0.000 NA in 2050. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 NA for 2049. Malaysia Migration Rate: per 1000 Inhabitants: Net data is updated yearly, averaging -0.100 NA from Jun 1980 (Median) to 2050, with 71 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.900 NA in 2003 and a record low of -1.300 NA in 1989. Malaysia Migration Rate: per 1000 Inhabitants: Net data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by US Census Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Malaysia – Table MY.US Census Bureau: Demographic Projection.