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Allen
City in Northern Samar, Philippines
Overview
Allen is a small coastal town in Northern Samar, Philippines, and acts as a vital gateway between the islands of Luzon and Samar through its busy ferry port. The town offers quiet beaches, friendly locals, and a relaxed atmosphere ideal for travelers seeking an authentic provincial experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Northern Samar
Population
26,527
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
12.53°, 124.25°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
38
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
42
Monthly Cost
$472
Local Cost
$217
Local Income
$220
Cashless
25
English
45
Temperature
26.8°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
25.6°C
Record High
38.1°C
Record Low
20.9°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
3103 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CRM
Distance
42 km
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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 58/100.
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