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Laoag

City in Ilocos Norte, Philippines

Overview

Laoag, the lively capital of Ilocos Norte, blends Spanish colonial heritage with a thriving local culture. Known for its historic sites, busy markets, and the iconic La Paz Sand Dunes, Laoag is a gateway to the northern Philippines.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Ilocos Norte
Population
112,117
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
18.20°, 120.52°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
66
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
38
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
62
Monthly Cost
$552
Local Cost
$295
Local Income
$320
Cashless
33
English
66
Temperature
26.2°C
Summer Avg
26.9°C
Winter Avg
24.2°C
Record High
37.5°C
Record Low
16.6°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
2407 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
LAO
Distance
3 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 2025-12-06.
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 58/100.

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