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Uyuni
City in Potosí, Bolivia
Overview
Uyuni is a gateway town to Bolivia's mesmerizing Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat. While small and typically a transit hub for travelers, it offers a unique blend of local Andean culture and adventurous experiences. The town's modest size belies its global appeal as a jumping-off point for natural wonders.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Bolivia
Department
Potosí
Population
10,293
Time Zone
America/La_Paz
Coordinates
-20.46°, -66.83°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$555
Local Cost
$292
Local Income
$350
Cashless
25
English
25
Temperature
7.2°C
Summer Avg
11.3°C
Winter Avg
2.5°C
Record High
25.0°C
Record Low
-12.2°C
Humidity
44%
Precipitation
353 mm
Internet Speed
37 Mbps
Upload
23 Mbps
Latency
20 ms
City Vibrancy
41
Coworking
0
Cafes
10
Nightlife
6
Parks
25
Transport
41
Walk Score
41
Footways
81.0
Airport
UYU
Distance
4 km
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 232 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 75/100.
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