Castellar
City in Jaén, Spain
Overview
Castellar, set in the heart of Jaén province, is a charming Andalusian town best known for its olive groves, medieval castle, and relaxed local life. Its historical streets and friendly community provide an authentic Spanish experience away from typical tourist crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Jaén
Population
3,156
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
38.25°, -3.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$1,288
Local Cost
$726
Local Income
$1,050
Cashless
40
English
30
Temperature
14.9°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
5.7°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-8.9°C
Humidity
59%
Precipitation
390 mm
City Vibrancy
20
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
10
Parks
9
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
—
Distance
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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.