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Pekanbaru

City in Riau, Indonesia

Overview

Pekanbaru is a city in Indonesia.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction

Indonesia

Province

Riau

Population

983,356

Time Zone

Asia/Jakarta

Coordinates

0.52°, 101.44°

Key Metrics

Safety Score

Female Safety

LGBTQ+ Safety

Traffic Safety

Food Safety

Monthly Cost

630

Local Cost

275

Local Income

210

Cashless

English

Temperature

26.0°C

Summer Avg

26.0°C

Winter Avg

25.7°C

Record High

32.8°C

Record Low

20.2°C

Humidity

90%

Precipitation

2859 mm

Internet Speed

54 Mbps

Upload

52 Mbps

Latency

14 ms

City Vibrancy

Coworking

Cafes

Nightlife

Parks

Transport

Walk Score

Footways

—

Airport

PKU

Distance

7 km

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Neighborhoods

Mapped

109 neighborhoods sourced from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap.

Alma Perdana Residence Alma Perdana Residence is a newer suburban housing development located in Bukit Mertajam. The area is mainly residential with some access to nearby schools and small shops.Arengka Central Park Arengka Central Park is a mixed-use area with retail outlets and food spots surrounding a public park. Heavy traffic and crowds are common during weekends and holidays.Blok A Blok A has a mix of mid-range shops and Indonesian eateries lining its streets. The area is known for its local market and easy access to public transport.

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Sources: Ookla | Teleport | OpenStreetMap · Last updated: 2025

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