Markina-Xemein
City in Bizkaia, Spain
Overview
Markina-Xemein is a small, historic town set in the Basque Country's lush landscapes. Known for its Basque traditions, charming plazas, and proximity to nature, it's an ideal spot for travelers seeking authenticity and tranquility.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Bizkaia
Population
5,078
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
43.27°, -2.50°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
86
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
89
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,618
Local Cost
$1,070
Local Income
$1,550
Cashless
68
English
30
Temperature
14.9°C
Summer Avg
19.9°C
Winter Avg
10.1°C
Record High
34.7°C
Record Low
-0.5°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1056 mm
Internet Speed
350 Mbps
Upload
374 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
3
Parks
7
Transport
65
Walk Score
65
Footways
130.0
Airport
BIO
Distance
34 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 5 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 68/100.