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Banton
City in Romblon, Philippines
Overview
Banton is a tranquil island municipality in Romblon, Philippines, famed for its unspoiled beaches, ancient fortifications, and laid-back village life. Its small population and remote location make it ideal for travelers in search of authentic island culture and natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Romblon
Population
5,848
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
12.95°, 121.83°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$405
Local Cost
$230
Local Income
$120
Cashless
25
English
50
Temperature
27.8°C
Summer Avg
28.5°C
Winter Avg
26.6°C
Record High
32.5°C
Record Low
23.3°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
2314 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MRQ
Distance
45 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 65/100.
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