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Pilar
City in Sorsogon, Philippines
Overview
Pilar is a charming coastal town in Sorsogon, Philippines, known for its relaxed pace, friendly locals, and scenic bay views. The town offers access to pristine beaches, lush countryside, and unique natural attractions, making it a tranquil base for exploring southern Luzon. Pilar remains largely untouched by mass tourism, providing an authentic Filipino rural experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Sorsogon
Population
11,135
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
12.94°, 123.61°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$500
Local Cost
$222
Local Income
$180
Cashless
25
English
50
Temperature
26.6°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
25.3°C
Record High
36.2°C
Record Low
19.8°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
3031 mm
Internet Speed
43 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
29 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DRP
Distance
21 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 55/100.
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