City of Isabela
City in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines
Overview
The City of Isabela is a lively coastal hub in Basilan, combining rural charm and urban convenience. Known for its mix of cultures, busy markets, and proximity to natural attractions, it's the gateway to Basilan's diverse landscapes and traditions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Region
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
6.70°, 121.97°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$580
Local Cost
$295
Local Income
$210
Cashless
30
English
50
Temperature
27.7°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
27.5°C
Record High
31.2°C
Record Low
23.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1598 mm
Internet Speed
33 Mbps
Upload
10 Mbps
Latency
47 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
10.0
Airport
ZAM
Distance
26 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 537 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 35/100.