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Yaba
City in Lagos, Nigeria
Overview
Yaba is a dynamic district in Lagos known for its lively tech scene, student life, and busy marketplaces. The area combines youthful energy with traditional Lagos charm, making it a melting pot of innovation, culture, and commerce. Its strategic location and affordable lifestyle attract a diverse crowd from all over the city.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Lagos
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
6.51°, 3.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$955
Local Cost
$545
Local Income
$220
Cashless
65
English
80
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
25.3°C
Winter Avg
26.7°C
Record High
32.4°C
Record Low
15.2°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
1546 mm
Internet Speed
9 Mbps
Upload
3 Mbps
Latency
47 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
1
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
Airport
LOS
Distance
9 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 2026-03-21.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 75/100.
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