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Parang
City in Sulu, Philippines
Overview
Parang is a coastal municipality in Sulu, Philippines, known for its busy wharf, lively local markets, and serene beaches. Rich in Tausug culture, it offers a genuine provincial experience and a gateway to the Sulu archipelago's natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Sulu
Population
123,209
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
5.91°, 120.70°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
25
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$560
Local Cost
$260
Local Income
$180
Cashless
20
English
40
Temperature
27.7°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
27.3°C
Record High
30.7°C
Record Low
25.0°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1704 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JOL
Distance
38 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 65/100.
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