Malaysia (officially Malaysia) is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 34,231,700 people, it ranks #44 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 330,803 km² (#70 globally), with a population density of 103 people per km². The capital city is Kuala Lumpur. The official languages are English, Malay.
Key Facts
Population
34,231,700
#44 world ranking
Area
330,803 km²
#70 world ranking
Population Density
103/km²
Capital
Kuala Lumpur
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+08:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+60
Languages
Currency
- Malaysian ringgit (RM)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Countries bordering Malaysia →
Indonesia
Thailand
BruneiCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Malaysia?
The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur.
What is the population of Malaysia?
Malaysia has a population of 34,231,700 people, ranking #44 in the world by population.
How big is Malaysia?
Malaysia covers an area of 330,803 km², ranking #70 in the world by area. The population density is 103 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Malaysia?
The official languages of Malaysia are: English, Malay.
What is the currency of Malaysia?
The currency of Malaysia is Malaysian ringgit (RM).
What countries border Malaysia?
Malaysia shares borders with 3 countries: Indonesia, Thailand, Brunei.