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Chiaromonte, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Chiaromonte is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 1,191. Elevation: 2,605 ft (794 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Chiaromonte
Chiaromonte is a town and comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. Under the pseudonym "Montegrano", it was the case study for Edward C. Banfield's The Moral Basis of a Backward Society.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 1,191 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,605 ft (794 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1232°, 16.2144° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.5 inches (1,561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.0 inches (63 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $16,618 |
About Chiaromonte
Chiaromonte is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 1,191. The city sits at an elevation of 2,605 feet (794 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Chiaromonte vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $16,618 |
| 78% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.4% |
| 272% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 89 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,605 ft (794 m) |
| Area | 42.2 sq mi (109.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1232°N, 16.2144°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 94 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | — | 589 | 67 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (170 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 170 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 172 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 192 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Chiaromonte has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Chiaromonte
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istituto Comprensivo Santa Lucia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chiaromonte
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Azzurra | italian pop, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Color | hits, musica italiana | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Pollino | castrovillari, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Digiesse | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Laser | pisticci, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Chiaromonte
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Capitano Jannarelli | ||||
| Casa delle Muse di Sinisgalli - Fondazione Leonardo Sinisgalli | ||||
| Casa di confino di Carlo Levi | ||||
| Ecomuseo del Pollino | ||||
| Ethnomuseum of Arbëreshe Culture | ||||
| Museo Alessandrino delle Maschere | ||||
| museo del lupo | ||||
| Museo dell'Artigianato | ||||
| Museo della civiltà contadina | ||||
| Museo della Cività Contadina | ||||
| Museo della Cultura Contadina | ||||
| Museo Etnografico | ||||
| Museo Guido Chidichimo | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico e Paleontologico di Rotonda | ||||
| Museo Paul Russotto | ||||
| Museum of Arbëreshe Culture | ||||
| Palafrido - Museo Laboratorio della fauna minore | ||||
| Pinacoteca Carlo Levi |
Libraries in Chiaromonte
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Ferdinando Santoro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale G. Salerno | 0.0 |
Hotels in Chiaromonte
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chiaromonte
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Chiaromonte
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chiaromonte
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chiaromonte
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birrificio artigianale HoneyMonkey |
Stadiums & Teams in Chiaromonte
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chiaromonte
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Natile Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pisticci Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sibari Fly Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chiaromonte
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cappella dell’Immacolata | |
| Cappella di Sant'Uopo | |
| Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista | |
| Chiesa di San Tommaso Apostolo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
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What is the population of Chiaromonte?
Chiaromonte has a population of 1,191 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 42.2 square miles.
Is Chiaromonte expensive to live in?
The median household income is $16,618, 78% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Chiaromonte?
Chiaromonte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches, with 25.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Chiaromonte?
The job market in Chiaromonte faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 89 business establishments in the area.