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Banaba
City in Gilbert, Kiribati
Overview
Banaba is a remote coral island in Kiribati, famous for its dramatic history of phosphate mining and stunning cliff-backed coastline. Life here is quiet, with few amenities but rich community life and a striking landscape. Accessible only via chartered boat or infrequent supply ships, Banaba offers a unique look at Kiribati's culture and history.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kiribati
Island
Gilbert
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Enderbury
Coordinates
-0.85°, 169.54°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$900
Local Cost
$500
Local Income
$130
Cashless
5
English
60
Temperature
28.2°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
28.3°C
Record High
30.4°C
Record Low
25.1°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1575 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 2025-12-09.
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 35/100.
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