Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.5M
Population
244 km2
Area
262 Mbps
Internet
66m
Elevation
UTC+08:00
Timezone
SZB (15km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Kuala Lumpur (KL), officially the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, is the capital city and a federal territory of Malaysia. It is the most populous city in the country, covering an area of 243 km2 (94 sq mi) with a population of 2,075,600 as of 2024. Greater Kuala Lumpur, also known as the Klang Valley, is an urban agglomeration of 8.8 million...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Malaysia
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
1.5M
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Elevation
66 m
Currency
MYR
Language
English
Status
Capital City
Airport
SZB
GPS
3.14, 101.69
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
26,419 points of interest mapped in Kuala Lumpur — 108 per km2
Tech
262 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
63% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
26,419 total POIs 108.4 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
4,039
Cafes
1,179
Bars
251
Fast Food
763
Shopping
Supermarkets
721
Convenience
1,395
Shopping Malls
167
Healthcare
Hospitals
68
Clinics
906
Pharmacies
295
Education
Schools
908
Universities
169
Libraries
43
Recreation
Parks
751
Playgrounds
464
Sports
1,328
Cinemas
35
Museums
44
Theatres
21
Transport
Bus Stops
3,835
Train Stations
155
Fuel Stations
466
Services
Banks
582
ATMs
333
Post Offices
171
Police
109
Fire Stations
31
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
262 Mbps
Download
148 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
312,477
Tests
104,631
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
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27°
F
27°
M
27°
A
27°
M
27°
J
27°
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27°
A
27°
S
27°
O
27°
N
27°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 27.1 C Range: 26.7 - 27.4 C Rain: 4,194 mm/year Sunshine: 2,919 h/year
CITY SCORES
83.1
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
61.2
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
37.4
Overall
63% cheaper than NYC
13.8
Rent
86% cheaper than NYC
44.7
Groceries
55% cheaper than NYC
29.6
Restaurants
70% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport
15 km from center
~27 min ride
FUN FACTS
Kuala Lumpur (KL), officially the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, is the capital city and a federal territory of Malaysia.
It is the most populous city in the country, covering an area of 243 km2 (94 sq mi) with a population of 2,075,600 as of 2024.
Greater Kuala Lumpur, also known as the Klang Valley, is an urban agglomeration of 8.8 million people as of 2024.
It is among the fastest growing metropolitan regions in Southeast Asia, both in population and economic development.
It is also home to the Malaysian parliament (consisting of the Dewan Rakyat and the Dewan Negara) and the Istana Negara, the official residence of the monarch (Yang di-Pertuan Agong).
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Kuala Lumpur known for?
Kuala Lumpur is a city in Malaysia. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur has an average download speed of 262 Mbps and upload speed of 148 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur has an average year-round temperature of approximately 27.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur is served by SZB (Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport), approximately 15 km from the city center.
What is the population of Kuala Lumpur?
The population of Kuala Lumpur is approximately 1.5M.
What infrastructure does Kuala Lumpur have?
Kuala Lumpur has 26,419 mapped points of interest, including 4,039 restaurants, 68 hospitals, 908 schools.
What country is Kuala Lumpur in?
Kuala Lumpur is located in Malaysia.
