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Bacnotan

City in La Union, Philippines

Overview

Bacnotan is a charming coastal town in La Union, Philippines, best known for its scenic beaches, rich agricultural lands, and friendly local community. The town offers a mix of coastal relaxation and rural authenticity, away from the busier surf destinations nearby.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
La Union
Population
45,203
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
16.74°, 120.30°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
46
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
62
Monthly Cost
$562
Local Cost
$265
Local Income
$240
Cashless
38
English
62
Temperature
28.1°C
Summer Avg
28.7°C
Winter Avg
26.9°C
Record High
32.7°C
Record Low
22.5°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
3096 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
SFE
Distance
17 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 51/100.

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