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Pakxan
City in Bolikhamsai, Laos
Overview
Pakxan, the capital of Bolikhamsai province in Laos, sits at the confluence of the Nam Xan and Mekong rivers. Known for its tranquil riverside atmosphere and friendly community, it serves as both a border town and a stopover for travelers exploring central Laos.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Laos
Province
Bolikhamsai
Population
21,967
Time Zone
Asia/Vientiane
Coordinates
18.39°, 103.66°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$541
Local Cost
$245
Local Income
$180
Cashless
15
English
30
Temperature
24.1°C
Summer Avg
26.0°C
Winter Avg
19.8°C
Record High
42.7°C
Record Low
3.0°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1393 mm
Internet Speed
44 Mbps
Upload
54 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
2
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
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Distance
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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 39 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 56/100.
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