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Karu
City in Abuja Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
Overview
Karu is a lively urban community in Abuja's metropolitan area, known for its busy markets, affordable living, and strong local culture. It is a gateway to central Abuja, providing residents and visitors with access to both urban excitement and suburban comfort.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
Capital Territory
Abuja Federal Capital Territory
Population
216,230
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
8.99°, 7.57°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$476
Local Cost
$317
Local Income
$150
Cashless
40
English
75
Temperature
25.6°C
Summer Avg
24.6°C
Winter Avg
25.4°C
Record High
42.5°C
Record Low
11.9°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
1185 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ABV
Distance
34 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 60/100.
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