Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
741K
Population
290 km2
Area
266 Mbps
Internet
UTC+08:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Planned mosques and modern towers shape Shah Alam's orderly skyline, blending Malay heritage with Malaysia's multicultural buzz. Digital nomads enjoy affordable high-speed internet, air-conditioned malls for hot-season escapes, and easy KL commutes via efficient rail. Night markets brimming with satay and vibrant street art offer a lively unwind after work.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Malaysia
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
741K
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Currency
MYR
Language
English
GPS
3.09, 101.53
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,893 restaurants mapped in Shah Alam
Tech
266 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 740,750 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
13,373 total POIs 46.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,893
Cafes
544
Bars
49
Fast Food
410
Shopping
Supermarkets
530
Convenience
620
Shopping Malls
103
Healthcare
Hospitals
58
Clinics
445
Pharmacies
157
Education
Schools
594
Universities
112
Libraries
30
Recreation
Parks
644
Playgrounds
495
Sports
490
Cinemas
17
Museums
10
Theatres
13
Transport
Bus Stops
2,061
Train Stations
54
Fuel Stations
349
Services
Banks
301
ATMs
172
Post Offices
64
Police
53
Fire Stations
12
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
266 Mbps
Download
141 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
190,312
Tests
61,065
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CITY SCORES
10.0
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
29.5
Overall
FUN FACTS
Shah Alam (, Malaysian: [ʃah ˈalam], from Persian, meaning "king of the world") is a city and the state capital of Selangor, Malaysia which is situated within the Petaling District and a small portion of the neighbouring Klang District.
Shah Alam replaced Kuala Lumpur as the capital city of the state of Selangor in 1978 due to Kuala Lumpur's incorporation into a Federal Territory in 1974.
Shah Alam was the first planned city in Malaysia after independence from Britain in 1957.
With the consent of the Sultan, Shah Alam was proclaimed the capital of Selangor on 7 December 1978 with an initial area of 41.68 km2, and administered by a municipal council.
City status Shah Alam was granted city status on 10 October 2000 with Dato' Haji Abu Sujak Haji Mahmud as the first mayor.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Shah Alam known for?
Planned mosques and modern towers shape Shah Alam's orderly skyline, blending Malay heritage with Malaysia's multicultural buzz. Digital nomads enjoy affordable high-speed internet, air-conditioned malls for hot-season escapes, and easy KL commutes via efficient rail. Night markets brimming with satay and vibrant street art offer a lively unwind after work.
How fast is the internet in Shah Alam?
Shah Alam has an average download speed of 266 Mbps and upload speed of 141 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Shah Alam?
The population of Shah Alam is approximately 741K.
What infrastructure does Shah Alam have?
Shah Alam has 13,373 mapped points of interest, including 1,893 restaurants, 58 hospitals, 594 schools.
What country is Shah Alam in?
Shah Alam is located in Malaysia.
