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Río Grande
City in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Overview
Río Grande, set in Puerto Plata province, is a lively town known for its coastal charm, local markets, and welcoming community. It offers a blend of residential tranquility and Dominican culture, making it ideal for both short visits and longer stays. The city is surrounded by scenic hills and beaches, providing plenty of outdoor activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Dominican Republic
Province
Puerto Plata
Population
20,154
Time Zone
America/Santo_Domingo
Coordinates
19.67°, -70.77°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$961
Local Cost
$520
Local Income
$300
Cashless
25
English
30
Temperature
25.3°C
Summer Avg
27.0°C
Winter Avg
23.3°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
15.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
627 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
POP
Distance
23 km
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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 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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