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Balatero
City in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
Overview
Balatero is a small coastal town in Oriental Mindoro, known for its ferry terminal and as a gateway to Puerto Galera's beaches, marine activities, and laid-back local life. Its proximity to dive shops, quiet coves, and scenic rural neighborhoods makes it an ideal base for both adventure and relaxation.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Oriental Mindoro
Population
3,746
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
13.50°, 120.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$585
Local Cost
$280
Local Income
$210
Cashless
25
English
45
Temperature
27.0°C
Summer Avg
27.4°C
Winter Avg
25.7°C
Record High
34.3°C
Record Low
20.8°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
2384 mm
City Vibrancy
9
Coworking
0
Cafes
8
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
CPP
Distance
31 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 62/100.
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