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Kapsowar
City in Elgeyo-Marakwet, Kenya
Overview
Kapsowar is a picturesque town set in the highlands of Elgeyo-Marakwet, famous for its lush landscapes and the respected Kapsowar Mission Hospital. The town offers visitors a genuine taste of rural Kenyan hospitality and breathtaking escarpment views.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Elgeyo-Marakwet
Population
9,152
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
1.01°, 35.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$347
Local Cost
$175
Local Income
$150
Cashless
35
English
60
Temperature
20.4°C
Summer Avg
19.5°C
Winter Avg
20.7°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
7.9°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
853 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 54/100.
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