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Tanah Rata
City in Pahang, Malaysia
Overview
Tanah Rata is the gateway town of the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, set among lush green hills and famed for its cool climate and laid-back vibe. It is a base for exploring the region's tea plantations, forests, and local farms, while offering plenty of cafes and accommodation choices.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Malaysia
State
Pahang
Population
7,000
Time Zone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
4.46°, 101.38°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$630
Local Cost
$307
Local Income
$450
Cashless
40
English
55
Temperature
23.6°C
Summer Avg
23.6°C
Winter Avg
23.1°C
Record High
30.8°C
Record Low
15.7°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
2470 mm
Internet Speed
172 Mbps
Upload
96 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
34
Coworking
0
Cafes
28
Nightlife
2
Parks
4
Transport
32
Walk Score
32
Footways
64.0
Airport
IPH
Distance
34 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 29 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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