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Catarman
City in Northern Samar, Philippines
Overview
Catarman, the capital of Northern Samar, is a lively provincial city blending local culture with small-town charm. Its busy markets, academic institutions, and coastal scenery offer a relaxed yet lively atmosphere for visitors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Northern Samar
Population
97,738
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
12.41°, 124.58°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
52
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$541
Local Cost
$237
Local Income
$210
Cashless
30
English
55
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
12 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 54/100.
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