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Considering the differences in average monthly salaries across Malaysia’s states and urban districts, the average salary range of employees working in Malaysia lies somewhere in the region of RM1,822 (& lower average monthly wages) to RM7,437 (& higher average monthly wages).
In 2021, Kuala Lumpur recorded one of the highest average monthly salaries/wages in Malaysia.
The average base salary in Kuala Lumpur is RM55k per year.
Note that salaries can vary markedly between occupations in Kuala Lumpur, and that Kuala Lumpur has a concentration of higher-paying jobs such as; Software Engineers, Project Managers and Creatives. Salaries for these positions can surpass RM192,000 per year.
Yes. In 2022, Kuala Lumpur and W.P Putrajaya recorded the highest average monthly salaries/wages.
A total of 6 states [Pulau Pinang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, W.P Labuan, W.P Kuala Lumpur, W.P Putrajaya] usually exceed the national level of average monthly salaries.
The average annual salary in Malaysia is ≈RM48,000 / $11,142 is higher than most of its closest neighbors, but significantly lower than Singapore’s.
Figures based on data from Paylab.
The average base salary for IT and Technology & Development managers in Malaysia is between RM5,340 and RM12,449 per month.
Engineers in Malaysia receive an average base salary of RM6,000 per month, with more experienced professionals earning significantly higher average salaries.
Salespeople in Malaysia earn an average base salary of RM3,760 per month with more experienced sales managers earning up to RM16,626 per month.
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As the capital city and seat of the legislative branch of Malaysia’s government, Kuala Lumpur has a high concentration of jobs related to high-value industries such as finance, tech, law and energy. As such, many of Malaysia’s largest employers such as Petronas, Affin Bank, and Standard Chartered Bank are based in KL.
