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Waterloo
City in Western, Sierra Leone
Overview
Waterloo is a lively city in Sierra Leone's Western region, serving as a key gateway between Freetown and the rural provinces. Known for its diverse communities, busy markets, and local culture, Waterloo offers travelers an authentic Sierra Leonean urban experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sierra Leone
Area
Western
Population
213,778
Time Zone
Africa/Freetown
Coordinates
8.34°, -13.07°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
32
Female Safety
28
LGBTQ+ Safety
18
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$530
Local Cost
$218
Local Income
$75
Cashless
24
English
60
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
25.6°C
Winter Avg
26.1°C
Record High
36.6°C
Record Low
16.4°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2569 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HGS
Distance
9 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 63/100.
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