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Puerto Princesa

City in Palawan, Philippines

Overview

Puerto Princesa, located on the island of Palawan, is known for its lush natural scenery, stunning beaches, and the UNESCO-listed Underground River. The city serves as both an eco-adventure hub and a comfortable urban base for exploring Palawan's attractions.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Palawan
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
9.91°, 118.44°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$791
Local Cost
$395
Local Income
$350
Cashless
40
English
75
Temperature
27.8°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
27.0°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
23.4°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1665 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
PPS
Distance
39 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 2025-12-09.
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 72/100.

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