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Mat-i

City in Benguet, Philippines

Overview

Mat-i is a small, serene upland community in Benguet province, surrounded by lush mountains and agricultural fields. Life moves at a relaxed pace here, making it ideal for travelers seeking an authentic Cordillera highland experience and a chance to disconnect.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Benguet
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
8.40°, 124.35°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$424
Local Cost
$262
Local Income
$225
Cashless
35
English
70
Temperature
27.1°C
Summer Avg
27.2°C
Winter Avg
26.4°C
Record High
34.7°C
Record Low
21.4°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
2096 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
CGY
Distance
26 km

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 40/100.

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