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Castro Barros
City in La Rioja, Argentina
Overview
Castro Barros is a charming rural town set in the north of La Rioja province, Argentina. Home to just over 4,000 people, it offers a tranquil escape with vineyards, traditional plazas, and scenic sierra views. The town is a gateway to the region's cultural and natural attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Argentina
Province
La Rioja
Population
4,322
Time Zone
America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Coordinates
-30.58°, -65.73°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$735
Local Cost
$447
Local Income
$200
Cashless
20
English
15
Temperature
21.2°C
Summer Avg
28.0°C
Winter Avg
13.2°C
Record High
45.5°C
Record Low
-3.8°C
Humidity
54%
Precipitation
554 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 30/100.
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