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Santander

City in Cebu, Philippines

Overview

Santander is a laid-back coastal town at the southern tip of Cebu, known for its friendly community, white-sand beaches, and as the jumping-off point to Dumaguete and nearby dive spots. With a small-town feel and easy access to marine adventures, it's perfect for those seeking relaxation and natural beauty.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Cebu
Population
18,669
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
9.45°, 123.29°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
72
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
51
Traffic Safety
63
Food Safety
58
Monthly Cost
$620
Local Cost
$295
Local Income
$220
Cashless
26
English
68
Temperature
26.2°C
Summer Avg
26.2°C
Winter Avg
25.4°C
Record High
35.9°C
Record Low
19.4°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1729 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
DGT
Distance
13 km

Neighborhoods

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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 73/100.

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