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Yola
City in Adamawa, Nigeria
Overview
Yola, the capital of Adamawa State, sits along the banks of the Benue River and blends rich cultural history with urban energy. The city is a gateway to the scenic landscapes of northeast Nigeria, offering traditional markets and landmarks.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Adamawa
Population
392,854
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
9.21°, 12.48°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
25
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$477
Local Cost
$278
Local Income
$110
Cashless
20
English
50
Temperature
27.5°C
Summer Avg
26.2°C
Winter Avg
26.9°C
Record High
43.9°C
Record Low
10.3°C
Humidity
55%
Precipitation
899 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
YOL
Distance
8 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 65/100.
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