Buansa
City in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines
Overview
Buansa is a small, riverside town in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines, with a close-knit community and rich local traditions. While modest in size, it provides a genuine glimpse into rural Mindanao life and its lively culture. Travelers can expect warm hospitality, local markets, and scenic countryside.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Region
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Population
3,196
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
6.03°, 120.96°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$371
Local Cost
$190
Local Income
$140
Cashless
20
English
40
Temperature
27.7°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
27.3°C
Record High
32.0°C
Record Low
24.5°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1565 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JOL
Distance
6 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.