As of July 2024, 70.4 percent of the Malaysian population were classified as Bumiputera, 22.4 percent were classified as ethnic Chinese, and 6.5 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 of July 2023, the Bumiputera share of the population in Sabah was 89 percent, while that in Sarawak was 76.1 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.

As of July 2024, 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 July 2024, it was estimated that 76.2 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, 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 : 449

Malaysia Population Projection: Mid Year data was reported at 42,928,546.000 Person in 2050. This records an increase from the previous number of 42,681,589.000 Person for 2049. Malaysia Population Projection: Mid Year data is updated yearly, averaging 23,151,284.000 Person from Jun 1950 (Median) to 2050, with 101 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 42,928,546.000 Person in 2050 and a record low of 6,433,799.000 Person in 1950. Malaysia Population Projection: Mid Year 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.

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 : 947

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.

In 2023, the crude rate of natural increase for the Bumiputera population in Malaysia was 11.3, the highest among all ethnic groups in Malaysia. By comparison, the crude rate of natural increase for the Chinese population was the lowest.

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

This data set shows mid-year population projection by ethnicgroup and sex, Malaysia, 2020, 2025, 2030, 2035 and 2040. Population projection is the calculated number of people living in an area as of a specified point in time, usually July 1st. The projection population is calculated using a component of change model that incorporates information on natural increase (birth and death) and net migration (net internal migration, net international migration).

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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

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.

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).

As of July 2024, the population of Selangor was estimated at approximately 7.4 million. Selangor is Malaysia's most populous state, as well as the state with the largest economy in terms of gross domestic product. The Golden Peninsula Malaysia is comprised of 13 states and three Wilayah Persekutuan (WP) or federal territories, which include Labuan, an offshore financial center on the east; the nation’s capital, Kuala Lumpur; and the administrative center, Putrajaya - both on the west. The aforementioned two federal territories on the west are enclaves within Selangor. In addition to that and the many points of interest it has to offer, Selangor is Malaysia’s most visited state among domestic tourists. Darul Ehsan – The Abode of Sincerity Selangor is a sultanate, ruled by Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah since 2001. Located on the west coast of the Malaysian peninsula, the state hosts the country’s two main transportation hubs: Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Port Klang, the country’s largest port.The state is also Malaysia’s largest economy, which contributes a big part to Malaysia’s overall GDP per capita. With the prime location, good infrastructure, and two federal territories within, Selangor will continue to attract more people for work, travel, or more.

Abstract

IPUMS-International is an effort to inventory, preserve, harmonize, and disseminate census microdata from around the world. The project has collected the world's largest archive of publicly available census samples. The data are coded and documented consistently across countries and over time to facillitate comparative research. IPUMS-International makes these data available to qualified researchers free of charge through a web dissemination system.

The IPUMS project is a collaboration of the Minnesota Population Center, National Statistical Offices, and international data archives. Major funding is provided by the U.S. National Science Foundation and the Demographic and Behavioral Sciences Branch of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Additional support is provided by the University of Minnesota Office of the Vice President for Research, the Minnesota Population Center, and Sun Microsystems.

Geographic coverage

National coverage

Analysis unit

Living quarters

UNITS IDENTIFIED: - Dwellings: No - Vacant units: No - Households: Yes - Group quarters: Yes - Special populations: No

UNIT DESCRIPTIONS: - Group quarters: Living quarters which is built or converted for living (e.g. house, flat, apartment, shophouse, makeshift hut, hotel, hostels, etc.).

Kind of data

Census/enumeration data [cen]

Sampling procedure

MICRODATA SOURCE: Department of Statistics, Malaysia

SAMPLE FRACTION: 1.67%

SAMPLE SIZE (person records): 182,601

Mode of data collection

Face-to-face [f2f]

Research instrument

Five types of schedules were used for the 1980 Population and Housing Census: Form 1 consisted of a House Listing Book; Form 2 was the schedule used in the Housing Census; Form 3 was used to collect information on households and; Form 4 was used for collecting individual particulars. However, persons in large hotels, hostels, hospitals, prisons and other institutions were enumerated on Form 33, a shortened version of Form 4.

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

The population in Malaysia grew to 32.45 million people in 2020. This is in line with a steady positive trend that has been happening since at least 2016 and is forecast to continue until at least 2030, as well as with the growth rates in other ASEAN countries. Malaysian demographics As the fertility rate slowly declines, the population growth rate should slowly decline as well. However, since life expectancy is also slowly increasing, this can still fuel population growth, as we see in this statistic. In Malaysia, this is leading to a healthy age structure, with a large group of working-age people who are able to support a smaller number of old and young people. Economic effects A growing population should lead to an increasing gross domestic product (GDP), simply because more people means more consumers and workers. This is especially effective if the country is at full employment. Given the generally low level of unemployment in Malaysia, it is fairly safe to assume that this is true.

Comparison of facial evaluation score of present study with studies on other populations.

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.