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Garko
City in Gombe, Nigeria
Overview
Garko is a small town in Gombe State, Nigeria, with around 21,000 residents. It is known for its friendly community, authentic Hausa culture, and lively markets. The city offers a glimpse into daily life in Northern Nigeria with a peaceful rural charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Gombe
Population
21,141
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
10.18°, 11.16°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$285
Local Cost
$140
Local Income
$55
Cashless
15
English
35
Temperature
26.2°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
24.9°C
Record High
43.2°C
Record Low
9.4°C
Humidity
57%
Precipitation
962 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GMO
Distance
32 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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