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Pongol

City in Benguet, Philippines

Overview

Pongol is a small, peaceful town set in the mountains of Benguet, Philippines, known for its cool climate and lush landscapes. Visitors experience authentic rural life, traditional Ilocano culture, and close-knit community hospitality.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Benguet
Population
3,421
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
8.28°, 124.75°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$417
Local Cost
$212
Local Income
$200
Cashless
20
English
60
Temperature
23.7°C
Summer Avg
24.0°C
Winter Avg
23.0°C
Record High
33.5°C
Record Low
15.9°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
2257 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
CGY
Distance
49 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 2025-12-07.
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 35/100.

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