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Departamento de Iruya
City in Salta, Argentina
Overview
Departamento de Iruya is a remote Andean region in northern Salta, Argentina, famed for its breathtaking mountain landscapes, traditional Quechua culture, and striking colonial church. The charming town of Iruya perches on a river canyon and is the main gateway for trekking and cultural exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Argentina
Province
Salta
Population
6,118
Time Zone
America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Coordinates
-22.80°, -64.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$470
Local Cost
$280
Local Income
$130
Cashless
10
English
10
Temperature
11.8°C
Summer Avg
14.6°C
Winter Avg
8.3°C
Record High
30.7°C
Record Low
-8.1°C
Humidity
61%
Precipitation
786 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 60/100.
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