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Al-Barka
City in Basilan, Philippines
Overview
Al-Barka is a rural municipality in Basilan, Philippines, surrounded by rolling hills, coastlines, and lively local communities. The area remains largely untouristed, with a strong local culture and simple amenities. Visitors should prepare for a unique island experience, shaped by agricultural life and maritime tradition.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Basilan
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
6.48°, 122.11°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$405
Local Cost
$247
Local Income
$150
Cashless
10
English
35
Temperature
27.7°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
27.5°C
Record High
31.2°C
Record Low
23.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1598 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ZAM
Distance
49 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 2025-12-09.
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 30/100.
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