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Bantay
City in Ilocos Sur, Philippines
Overview
Bantay is a town in Ilocos Sur known for its historic landmarks, especially the Bantay Bell Tower, and its proximity to the UNESCO Heritage city of Vigan. The town offers a laid-back rural charm with easy access to markets, cultural sites, and welcoming local communities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Ilocos Sur
Population
37,088
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
17.60°, 120.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
63
LGBTQ+ Safety
37
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
68
Monthly Cost
$535
Local Cost
$218
Local Income
$260
Cashless
33
English
53
Temperature
25.7°C
Summer Avg
25.9°C
Winter Avg
24.2°C
Record High
38.7°C
Record Low
15.3°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
2728 mm
Internet Speed
66 Mbps
Upload
86 Mbps
Latency
6 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 4 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. 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 55/100.
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