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Zamboanga
City in Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines
Overview
Zamboanga, known as 'Asia's Latin City,' is a dynamic destination at the tip of Mindanao, celebrated for its mix of Spanish-influenced culture, seafood cuisine, and colorful festivals. The city offers a striking bayfront, busy markets, and lush green parks, all in a laid-back southern atmosphere. Visitors are drawn to its multicultural heritage and lively urban life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Zamboanga del Sur
Population
1,018,849
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
7.16°, 121.84°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$785
Local Cost
$347
Local Income
$260
Cashless
35
English
65
Temperature
27.5°C
Summer Avg
27.4°C
Winter Avg
27.3°C
Record High
32.1°C
Record Low
24.1°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1636 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ZAM
Distance
36 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 2025-12-06.
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 60/100.
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