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Bandar

City in Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

Overview

Bandar is a modest, lively town in North Sumatra, Indonesia, best known for its traditional markets, welcoming community, and proximity to lush countryside. It offers a local, authentic Sumateran experience away from typical tourist routes.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Indonesia
Province
Sumatera Utara
Population
31,442
Time Zone
Asia/Jakarta
Coordinates
2.05°, 99.75°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$328
Local Cost
$199
Local Income
$230
Cashless
20
English
25
Temperature
25.8°C
Summer Avg
25.8°C
Winter Avg
25.4°C
Record High
31.6°C
Record Low
20.1°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
3877 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 2025-12-06.
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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