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Chipata
City in Eastern, Zambia
Overview
Chipata is the busy gateway to Eastern Zambia, known for its lively markets, diverse cultures, and as the main stopover to South Luangwa National Park. The city blends urban amenities with authentic Zambian charm amidst a backdrop of rolling hills.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Eastern
Population
327,059
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-13.63°, 32.65°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$495
Local Cost
$300
Local Income
$120
Cashless
25
English
65
Temperature
22.3°C
Summer Avg
23.0°C
Winter Avg
19.2°C
Record High
40.2°C
Record Low
7.6°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
937 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CIP
Distance
11 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 2025-12-06.
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 58/100.
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