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Takaungu
City in Kilifi, Kenya
Overview
Takaungu is a historic coastal town in Kilifi County, Kenya, known for its laid-back vibe, beautiful beaches, and authentic Swahili culture. With a small but welcoming population, Takaungu offers a unique blend of tradition, natural beauty, and local charm, perfect for those looking to escape the typical tourist trail.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
Kilifi
Population
10,760
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
-3.68°, 39.86°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$373
Local Cost
$195
Local Income
$90
Cashless
40
English
50
Temperature
26.8°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
25.5°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
21.0°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
875 mm
Internet Speed
9 Mbps
Upload
11 Mbps
Latency
366 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
VPG
Distance
16 km
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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 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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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