
28/08/2025
π Where do Malaysians earn the most? Top 10 Districts by Household Income
Looking at official income data for 2019 vs 2022, we can see some interesting shifts:
πΉ 2019 β Who was on top?
- Kuala Lumpur (RM13,257) and Putrajaya (RM12,840) led the list.
- Selangor dominated with 5 districts in the top 10 (Sepang, Petaling, Gombak, Ulu Langat, Klang).
- Johor Bahru and Kulai represented the south, while Timur Laut, Penang was the only northern entry.
πΉ 2022 β What changed?
- Sepang (RM13,673) surged ahead to take the No.1 spot, overtaking Kuala Lumpur.
- Selangor grew even stronger with 6 districts in the top 10.
- Bintulu, Sarawak entered the list for the first time β a sign of industrial and O&G growth in East Malaysia.
- Penang (Timur Laut) dropped out, showing slower relative income growth compared to other hotspots.
π Why is this happening?
1οΈβ£ Selangorβs rapid urbanisation & connectivity: Proximity to KLIA, highways (ELITE, SKVE, MEX), and new developments in Sepang & Gombak made these districts economic magnets.
2οΈβ£ KL & Putrajaya remain strong, but income growth in surrounding Selangor districts is outpacing the city centre as people move to suburban hubs for bigger homes and better quality of life.
3οΈβ£ Johor Bahru stays in the list, benefiting from Iskandar growth and its link with Singapore.
4οΈβ£ Bintuluβs rise reflects strong energy sector activity β LNG and O&G have boosted household incomes significantly.
π‘ What it means for property buyers & investors:
Selangor is Malaysiaβs powerhouse β higher incomes drive stronger purchasing power, sustaining long-term property demand.
Johor Bahru & Bintulu are growth stories to watch, each backed by unique economic drivers.
Areas with rising income but limited housing supply often see property values appreciate fastest.