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Cartagena
City in Murcia, Spain
Overview
Cartagena, set on Spain's Costa Cálida, is a city with over two millennia of rich maritime history. From Roman theaters to lively Mediterranean plazas, it offers a captivating blend of culture, sun, and sea. Modern amenities meet ancient ruins, creating a dynamic coastal destination.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Murcia
Population
219,777
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.61°, -0.99°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,857
Local Cost
$1,050
Local Income
$1,480
Cashless
80
English
55
Temperature
18.4°C
Summer Avg
25.1°C
Winter Avg
12.2°C
Record High
35.9°C
Record Low
1.4°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
288 mm
Internet Speed
210 Mbps
Upload
182 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
305
Coworking
2
Cafes
68
Nightlife
163
Parks
72
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
RMU
Distance
25 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 83 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 2025-12-05.
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 83/100.
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