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Mufulira
City in Copperbelt, Zambia
Overview
Mufulira is a busy city on Zambia's Copperbelt, known for its mining heritage and lively communities. While amenities are basic, visitors will find authentic local culture and friendly residents. The city is a gateway to rural Zambia and offers insight into the region's mining industry.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Copperbelt
Population
182,400
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-12.55°, 28.24°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$515
Local Cost
$280
Local Income
$150
Cashless
40
English
75
Temperature
20.9°C
Summer Avg
21.3°C
Winter Avg
17.7°C
Record High
38.3°C
Record Low
4.4°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
1131 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CGJ
Distance
38 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.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. 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 65/100.
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