Macalong
City in Ilocos, Philippines
Overview
Macalong is a small, close-knit town in the Ilocos region of the Philippines, celebrated for its rural charm, warm hospitality, and beautiful natural landscapes. Its relaxed pace makes it ideal for travelers seeking authenticity and tranquility.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Region
Ilocos
Population
5,802
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
16.01°, 120.66°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
38
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
52
Monthly Cost
$385
Local Cost
$202
Local Income
$180
Cashless
22
English
48
Temperature
26.1°C
Summer Avg
26.3°C
Winter Avg
24.5°C
Record High
39.6°C
Record Low
14.1°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
2795 mm
Internet Speed
73 Mbps
Upload
97 Mbps
Latency
37 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BAG
Distance
40 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 34 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 40/100.