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Kabacan offers a quiet, grounded lifestyle well-suited to expats seeking affordability and a break from urban intensity. Nestled in Mindanao’s countryside, it’s a place where simple housing costs stretch further and daily life moves at a relaxed pace, supported by decent public transport and basic healthcare access. The community feels safe for everyday living, with a slow integration into local rhythms that rewards those who value authenticity over convenience. That said, options for specialized medical care or international amenities are limited—this isn’t a hub, but a stepping stone to a simpler routine. Not every comfort is guaranteed, but for some, that’s the point.
Population
31,769
Area
56 km²
Density
565 per km²
Founded
-
Language
English, Filipino
Distance to Coast
70 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Kabacan
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Climate & Weather in Kabacan
Kabacan has a tropical rainforest climate (Köppen Af) with consistently hot temperatures, high humidity, and rainfall in most months of the year. Long-term summaries show average temperatures around 28.6°C, about 243 rainy days annually, and humidity near 80%, with a wetter period from roughly May to December and a comparatively drier period in the first part of the year.
Summer Average
29°C
Winter Average
26°C
Climate Type
Tropical rainforest
Rainy Days
243
Sunny Days
118
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
27-31°C
Hot and increasingly humid, with rainfall beginning to rise toward the wet season. March is relatively drier, while May is typically much wetter.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
27-30°C
Warm, very humid, and frequently rainy, with many days seeing showers or thunderstorms. This is part of Kabacan's wetter half of the year.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
26-29°C
Still warm and humid, with frequent rain continuing through much of the season. Rainfall is often substantial, especially in September and October.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
25-28°C
Slightly cooler but still tropical, with less intense heat and somewhat lower rainfall than the peak wet months. Conditions remain humid and warm enough for year-round tropical vegetation.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Kabacan
Advantages
Kabacan
Abundant green spaces nearby
Tight-knit community feel
Affordable cost of living
Rich agricultural heritage
Growing local businesses
Disadvantages
Kabacan
Limited higher education options
Few employment opportunities
Inadequate infrastructure development
Minimal entertainment venues
Slow government services
Safety & Security in Kabacan
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Philippines Avg
57
Asia Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Kabacan
Philippines Average
No city-specific data available — showing Philippines country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 74/100
No data for Kabacan — showing hazard indicators from nearby Kidapawan City (~32 km).
