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Yem

City in Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples, Ethiopia

Overview

Yem is a small city in Ethiopia's Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples region, known for its welcoming communities and cultural traditions. It offers a laid-back atmosphere, lively markets, and access to scenic green countryside. The city provides an authentic glimpse into the rural life of southern Ethiopia.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Ethiopia
Region
Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples
Population
Time Zone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Coordinates
7.83°, 37.50°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
50
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$400
Local Cost
$202
Local Income
$60
Cashless
10
English
15
Temperature
18.5°C
Summer Avg
17.4°C
Winter Avg
18.7°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
3.9°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
1709 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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 2025-12-09.
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 35/100.

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