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Yarqā
City in Balqa, Jordan
Overview
Yarqā is a small, welcoming town in the Balqa governorate of Jordan that offers travelers a glimpse into authentic Jordanian life away from the tourist crowds. Known for its tranquil setting amid rolling hills, Yarqā is the perfect base for exploring the scenic countryside and connecting with local culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Jordan
Governorate
Balqa
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Amman
Coordinates
31.98°, 35.70°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$765
Local Cost
$450
Local Income
$450
Cashless
35
English
35
Temperature
21.3°C
Summer Avg
29.0°C
Winter Avg
12.5°C
Record High
47.5°C
Record Low
-2.5°C
Humidity
56%
Precipitation
265 mm
Internet Speed
27 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ADJ
Distance
28 km
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 40/100.
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