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Copiapó
City in Atacama, Chile
Overview
Set at the edge of the Atacama Desert, Copiapó is a city known for its mining heritage, sunny climate, and access to dramatic natural landscapes. Its mix of colonial history and modern growth offers a balanced experience for travelers interested in both culture and outdoor adventures.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Chile
Region
Atacama
Population
185,618
Time Zone
America/Santiago
Coordinates
-27.37°, -70.33°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
68
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,172
Local Cost
$600
Local Income
$580
Cashless
45
English
32
Temperature
16.4°C
Summer Avg
19.7°C
Winter Avg
13.2°C
Record High
33.8°C
Record Low
2.7°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
38 mm
Internet Speed
229 Mbps
Upload
31 Mbps
Latency
22 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CPO
Distance
45 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 26 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 71/100.
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