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Bethlehem
City in Free State, South Africa
Overview
Bethlehem is a medium-sized city set in South Africa's Free State province, known for its charming rural atmosphere and access to natural beauty like the Maluti Mountains. The city is a major agricultural hub and an important stopover for travelers exploring the region. Visitors experience a blend of colorful township culture, historical sites, and welcoming locals.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
South Africa
Province
Free State
Population
16,236
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-28.23°, 28.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$905
Local Cost
$555
Local Income
$450
Cashless
55
English
85
Temperature
15.8°C
Summer Avg
21.1°C
Winter Avg
8.9°C
Record High
39.8°C
Record Low
-6.3°C
Humidity
55%
Precipitation
524 mm
Internet Speed
7 Mbps
Upload
2 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
8
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
10.0
Airport
EFF
Distance
3 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 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 2025-12-06.
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.
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