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Loikaw
City in Kayah, Myanmar
Overview
Loikaw is the capital of Kayah State in Myanmar, known for its tranquil charm, lush hills, and diverse ethnic cultures. It's a gateway to traditional Karenni villages and unique limestone landscapes, offering an authentic and peaceful travel experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Myanmar
State
Kayah
Population
17,293
Time Zone
Asia/Yangon
Coordinates
19.68°, 97.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
25
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$480
Local Cost
$235
Local Income
$110
Cashless
10
English
10
Temperature
23.1°C
Summer Avg
24.1°C
Winter Avg
19.6°C
Record High
40.5°C
Record Low
2.6°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
1241 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LIW
Distance
2 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.
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 55/100.
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