Living in Sabah
The 'I live here / I'm moving here' section. Everything a resident needs for daily life in Sabah.
RM1,200–2,000
Avg Rent (KK)
per month
3+
Intl Schools
KIS, JIS, Sayfol
QE Hospital
Main Hospital
775 beds
RM1,700
Min Wage
per month (2025)
30–32°C
Temperature
23–24°C at night
4+ Malls
Shopping
Imago, Suria, 1Borneo
Unifi + Celcom
Best Coverage
4G/5G expanding
Relaxed
Lifestyle
slower pace than KL
Cost of Living
Rent, food, transport, utilities by area
Where to Live in KK
Residential areas by budget and lifestyle
Schools Directory
Public, private, international — with fee ranges
Healthcare Guide
Public vs private, insurance tips
Moving to Sabah
Step-by-step checklist for expats and relocators
Internet & Mobile
Which telco works where, coverage maps