Santa María de Cayón
City in Cantabria, Spain
Overview
Santa María de Cayón is a charming town situated in Cantabria, northern Spain, renowned for its lush landscapes, friendly community, and relaxed rural atmosphere. Its proximity to Santander and accessibility to the Cantabrian countryside make it ideal for nature lovers and those seeking authentic Spanish culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Cantabria
Population
9,446
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
43.31°, -3.84°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
87
Female Safety
83
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,536
Local Cost
$1,010
Local Income
$1,250
Cashless
60
English
30
Temperature
14.5°C
Summer Avg
19.5°C
Winter Avg
9.8°C
Record High
35.6°C
Record Low
-0.2°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
993 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SDR
Distance
13 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 2025-12-07.
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.