Algarrobo
City in Málaga, Spain
Overview
Algarrobo is a charming coastal town in Málaga province, set on the Costa del Sol. It combines beautiful Mediterranean beaches, a historic hilltop village, and a welcoming local community, making it ideal for relaxed travelers seeking Andalusian authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Málaga
Population
6,909
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
36.77°, -4.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
82
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
86
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,645
Local Cost
$990
Local Income
$1,400
Cashless
72
English
40
Temperature
16.0°C
Summer Avg
25.0°C
Winter Avg
8.5°C
Record High
39.3°C
Record Low
-4.6°C
Humidity
62%
Precipitation
398 mm
Internet Speed
49 Mbps
Upload
38 Mbps
Latency
22 ms
City Vibrancy
13
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
6
Parks
6
Transport
26
Walk Score
26
Footways
52.0
Airport
AGP
Distance
42 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 18 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 70/100.