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Castillo

City in Duarte, Dominican Republic

Overview

Castillo is a small but lively town set in the Duarte province of the Dominican Republic. Known for its agricultural heritage and friendly locals, Castillo offers visitors an authentic taste of rural Dominican life with local markets, traditional eateries, and charming countryside. The town caters well to those seeking a relaxed atmosphere away from major tourist hubs.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Dominican Republic
Province
Duarte
Population
15,709
Time Zone
America/Santo_Domingo
Coordinates
19.25°, -70.00°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$690
Local Cost
$390
Local Income
$300
Cashless
20
English
20
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
24.9°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
18.7°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
655 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AZS
Distance
28 km

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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 2025-12-06.
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 55/100.

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