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.

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.

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.

Urban population (% of total population) in Malaysia was reported at 79.2 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Malaysia - Urban population (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

Malaysia Urban Population Growth data was reported at 2.199 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.341 % for 2016. Malaysia Urban Population Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 4.590 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 5.579 % in 1962 and a record low of 2.199 % in 2017. Malaysia Urban Population Growth 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. Urban population refers to people living in urban areas as defined by national statistical offices. It is calculated using World Bank population estimates and urban ratios from the United Nations World Urbanization Prospects.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on the United Nations Population Division's World Urbanization Prospects: 2018 Revision.; Weighted average;

Malaysia Rural Population: % of Total Population data was reported at 23.994 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 24.630 % for 2016. Malaysia Rural Population: % of Total Population data is updated yearly, averaging 51.378 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 73.402 % in 1960 and a record low of 23.994 % in 2017. Malaysia Rural Population: % of Total Population 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: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Rural population refers to people living in rural areas as defined by national statistical offices. It is calculated as the difference between total population and urban population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on the United Nations Population Division's World Urbanization Prospects: 2014 Revision.; Weighted average;

The statistic shows the forecasted urbanization rate in the ASEAN region in 2025, broken down by country. For 2025, the urbanization rate in Malaysia was forecasted to reach **** percent, followed by Brunei with **** percent.

Malaysia Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million 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 Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million 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 Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million 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 urban agglomerations of more than one million is the country's population living in metropolitan areas that in 2018 had a population of more than one million people.; ; United Nations, World Urbanization Prospects.; ;

This raster layer contains the total area occupied by the built-up area of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and its urbanized open space in 2000. Categories of urban land use represented in these data include: urban, suburban, rural and urbanized open land. The built-up area of the city is the area occupied by built-up pixels within the set of administrative boundaries defining the city. The urbanized open space consists of all fringe open spaces (including exterior open spaces) and all captured open spaces. These data are part of the Atlas of Urban Expansion.

Urban population in Malaysia was reported at 28162033 in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Malaysia - Urban population - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

Urban population growth (annual %) in Malaysia was reported at 1.8348 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Malaysia - Urban population growth (annual %) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

This raster layer contains the total area occupied by the built-up area of Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia and its urbanized open space in 1990. Categories of urban land use represented in these data include: urban, suburban, rural and urbanized open land. The built-up area of the city is the area occupied by built-up pixels within the set of administrative boundaries defining the city. The urbanized open space consists of all fringe open spaces (including exterior open spaces) and all captured open spaces. These data are part of the Atlas of Urban Expansion.

Malaysia Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million: as % of Total Population data was reported at 23.142 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 22.705 % for 2016. Malaysia Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million: as % of Total Population data is updated yearly, averaging 10.819 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 23.142 % in 2017 and a record low of 4.133 % in 1966. Malaysia Population in Urban Agglomerations of More Than 1 Million: as % of Total Population 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 urban agglomerations of more than one million is the percentage of a country's population living in metropolitan areas that in 2018 had a population of more than one million people.; ; United Nations, World Urbanization Prospects.; Weighted average;

Malaysia Urban Population data was reported at 23,859,558.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 23,340,549.000 Person for 2016. Malaysia Urban Population data is updated yearly, averaging 8,403,738.000 Person from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 23,859,558.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 2,169,627.000 Person in 1960. Malaysia Urban Population 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. Urban population refers to people living in urban areas as defined by national statistical offices. It is calculated using World Bank population estimates and urban ratios from the United Nations World Urbanization Prospects. Aggregation of urban and rural population may not add up to total population because of different country coverages.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on the United Nations Population Division's World Urbanization Prospects: 2018 Revision.; Sum;

With the rapid urbanization in Malaysia, human activities have caused damage to many waterfront areas. Efforts are being made to restore the connection between the community and river waterfronts while creating attractive urban spaces. However, the implementation of modern design development strategies without sufficient consideration of cultural aspects and societal visual preferences has raised a number of questions with regard to the public’s acceptance and appreciation of the newly implemented urban facades. This study aims to comprehensively examine the relationship between cultural elements and visual preferences in the context of urban waterfront walkways in Malaysia. This study implemented a photo survey to assess the visual preferences of the study’s respondents. The results indicated a significant correlation between subjects’ visual preferences and their cultural backgrounds. Additionally, the analysis of the collected data highlights a strong correlation between the presence of green elements and what the respondents perceived as part of the Malaysian culture. Additionally, the historical character of the study area, as represented by historical buildings, significantly influences the preferences of Malaysian respondents. Furthermore, certain elements, such as food carts, high-rise buildings, and water, are among the least preferred compared to other elements. Ultimately, incorporating these elements in the early design stages can contribute to the creation of culturally connected and visually appealing urban waterfront spaces in Malaysia.

Malaysia Real Estate Software Market size was valued at USD 359.14 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 533.04 Million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.06% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Malaysia Real Estate Software Market Drivers

Digital Transformation in Real Estate: The increasing adoption of digital technologies and solutions by real estate companies to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experiences drives demand for real estate software.

Rising Urbanization and Development: Rapid urbanization and development projects in Malaysia lead to increased construction activities. Real estate software helps manage these projects more effectively, from planning to sales and management.

Demand for Enhanced Property Management: Growing complexity in property management, including handling multiple properties, tenant management, and maintenance, drives the adoption of specialized software solutions to simplify these tasks.

Growing Real Estate Investments: Increased investments in the Malaysian real estate sector, both from domestic and international investors, necessitate advanced software solutions for better investment management, property analysis, and market forecasting.

Government Initiatives and Smart Cities: Government initiatives promoting smart city projects and the development of digital infrastructure boost the adoption of real estate software that supports smart property management and urban planning.

Increased Focus on Data Analytics: Real estate companies are increasingly relying on data analytics to make informed decisions. Real estate software with advanced data analytics capabilities helps in market analysis, property valuation, and trend forecasting.

Rise of PropTech Startups: The emergence of PropTech startups in Malaysia offers innovative real estate software solutions, driving competition and innovation in the market. These startups often provide niche solutions that cater to specific needs of the real estate sector.

Cloud-Based Solutions: The shift towards cloud-based real estate software solutions provides greater flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. This trend is particularly appealing to small and medium-sized real estate enterprises.

Enhanced Customer Experience: Real estate software that improves customer experience through features like virtual property tours, online booking, and customer relationship management (CRM) tools is increasingly in demand.

Integration with Other Technologies: Integration of real estate software with other technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), and blockchain enhances functionality, security, and transparency in real estate transactions and management.

Malaysia Urban Population: % of Total Population data was reported at 76.006 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 75.370 % for 2016. Malaysia Urban Population: % of Total Population data is updated yearly, averaging 48.622 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 76.006 % in 2017 and a record low of 26.598 % in 1960. Malaysia Urban Population: % of Total Population 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: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Urban population refers to people living in urban areas as defined by national statistical offices. The data are collected and smoothed by United Nations Population Division.; ; United Nations Population Division. World Urbanization Prospects: 2014 Revision.; Weighted average;

The urban indicators data available here are analyzed, compiled and published by UN-Habitat’s Global Urban Observatory which supports governments, local authorities and civil society organizations to develop urban indicators, data and statistics. Urban statistics are collected through household surveys and censuses conducted by national statistics authorities. Global Urban Observatory team analyses and compiles urban indicators statistics from surveys and censuses. Additionally, Local urban observatories collect, compile and analyze urban data for national policy development. Population statistics are produced by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, World Urbanization Prospects.

The datasets include species occurrence and biodiversity data of anuran records from two geographically distinct forests: Ayer Hitam Forest Reserve (AHFR) in Peninsular Malaysia and Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Campus (UPMBC) in Malaysian Borneo.This datasets provides valuable insights into species distribution, habitat preferences, and the effects of human disturbance on anuran populations in both forest near cities. 1. A total of 466 individuals from 39 species (6 families) in AHFR and 95 individuals from 24 species (7 families) in UPMBC. 2. Long-term species records: Historical data (1975–1999) integrated with multi-year surveys (2015–2019) in AHFR and a four-year survey (2005–2009) in UPMBC.

1. Sampling and environmental data included zones in AHFR categorized by disturbance level: protected, minimally disturbed, controlled, moderately disturbed, and disturbed. The UPMBC sampling zones categorised by planted forest, Nirwana Reserve Forest and campus forest.

2. methods of surveys for anurans within both forests using nocturnal line transect surveys along trails and streams and quadrat sampling for forest floor species inventory.

3. Morphometric dataset composed of measurements of snout-vent length (SVL), tibia length (TL), and body condition index (BCI) for various species.

4. Comparative analysis of body size and condition between disturbed and protected zones in AHFR.

5. Interspecific comparisons of morphometric traits, focusing on Limnonectes ibanorum populations in AHFR and UPMBC.

6. Statistical and analytical methods include: (i) PCA (Principal Component Analysis) for morphological trait correlations. (ii) Regression-based body condition index calculation due to missing weight data. (iii) Diversity indices to assess species richness, evenness, and abundance across zones.

Malaysia Rural Population Growth data was reported at -1.051 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of -0.962 % for 2016. Malaysia Rural Population Growth data is updated yearly, averaging 1.022 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.304 % in 1962 and a record low of -1.051 % in 2017. Malaysia Rural Population Growth 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. Rural population refers to people living in rural areas as defined by national statistical offices. It is calculated as the difference between total population and urban population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on the United Nations Population Division's World Urbanization Prospects: 2018 Revision.; Weighted average;