Bhamo
City in Kachin, Myanmar
Overview
Bhamo is a riverside city in northern Myanmar's Kachin State, known for its role as a regional trading hub and its scenic location along the upper Irrawaddy River. The city's blend of cultures, lively markets, and proximity to the Myanmar-China border add to its unique appeal.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Myanmar
State
Kachin
Population
47,920
Time Zone
Asia/Yangon
Coordinates
24.25°, 97.23°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$475
Local Cost
$232
Local Income
$120
Cashless
10
English
15
Temperature
22.9°C
Summer Avg
26.1°C
Winter Avg
17.3°C
Record High
39.2°C
Record Low
3.6°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
860 mm
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BMO
Distance
2 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.
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 2025-12-05.
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 45/100.