Maldives
Hulhumalé
#2 Top 5 cities
Hulhumalé is a newer and more spacious alternative to central Malé, with direct airport access and practical links to the capital, although costs remain high and the community is still strongly tied to Greater Malé.
Country overview
Population
5 000
Year-round temperatures
Day: 29°C až 31°C
Night: 25°C až 27°C
Climate
The climate is hot and humid throughout the year, moderated by sea breezes but affected by heavy southwest-monsoon rain.
Distance to the sea
0 km
Social atmosphere
6/10
Costs
Business friendliness
6/10
Safety
7/10
The planned residential environment is generally calm and crime is low, though petty theft, road risk, and occasional local disturbances still warrant routine caution.
Natural disaster resilience
3/10
As a very low-lying reclaimed island, Hulhumalé remains exposed to heavy-rain flooding, coastal erosion, storm surge, and tsunami risk despite newer infrastructure.
Other scores
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Community types
Largest nationality groups
- 🇮🇳Indians
- 🇧🇩Bangladeshis
- 🇱🇰Sri Lankans
Pros / Cons
Pros
- +Airport access
- +Beaches and sea
- +Good for long-term stay
- +Pleasant atmosphere
Cons
- −Higher prices
- −Smaller expat scene
- −Fewer work opportunities