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Best Cities in Malaysia to Live In 2026
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
❓ Living in Malaysia — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Malaysia?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Kuala Lumpur ranks #1 in Malaysia with a score of 73/100, and city-centre rent from around $654/month.
What is the safest city in Malaysia?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Kuala Lumpur is the safest city in Malaysia in our database, with a rate of 1 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Malaysia?▾
Malaysia offers the Malaysia DE Rantau Nomad Pass (easy process). Duration: 12 months (renewable). Key requirement: Remote work for non-Malaysian employer or clients. Income ≥ $24,000/yr.. The process is relatively easy. Check individual city pages for full details.