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Mbala
City in Northern, Zambia
Overview
Mbala is a quiet town perched on the edge of the Lake Tanganyika escarpment in Northern Zambia. It is known for its important historical sites and proximity to natural attractions, making it a unique destination for history and nature enthusiasts. The city offers a relaxed atmosphere and a glimpse into rural Zambian life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Northern
Population
24,010
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-8.84°, 31.37°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$582
Local Cost
$317
Local Income
$110
Cashless
25
English
45
Temperature
19.5°C
Summer Avg
19.6°C
Winter Avg
17.0°C
Record High
35.0°C
Record Low
5.5°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
1182 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MMQ
Distance
4 km
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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 60/100.
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