Tap water in Penang
Generally safe to drink
Based on resident-reported scores for Penang, in Malaysia.
What the sources say
68/100 on the water drinkability and accessibility index, which Numbeo reads as “High”. Crowdsourced from residents rather than measured.
Nationally, 97% of people in Malaysia have safely managed drinking water.
No measured quality report for Penang yet. If you know a reliable local source, leave it in the comments and we will add it.
Even where the water is safe, ask locally. Older buildings can carry lead or copper pipework, and one street can differ from the network feeding it.
What bottled water costs you here
Drinking tap water instead of bottled would save one adult about 372$ a year in Penang.
Work out your own saving