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Corfu, Greece

Ionian Islands · 🇬🇷 Greece

Corfu is a mid-size city in Ionian Islands, Greece with a population of 40,047. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
40,047 Population 2,475/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
137% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

People

Population40,047
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density2,475/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,344
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.6%

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.6%
Depression5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI57 (Moderate)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+93.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%
Population40,047
Population Density2,475 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates39.6244°, 19.9202°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceIonian Islands
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age45.5 years

Is Corfu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corfu receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Corfu offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Corfu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Corfu has a population of 40,047 with a density of 2,475 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

40,047
Total Population
2,475
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
16.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Corfu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Corfu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corfu is N/A. Per capita income is $23,344 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 55.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Corfu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,344

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
137% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Corfu, 28.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.3% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.0% report binge drinking. 84.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Corfu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.0%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression5.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Corfu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median57.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %80.9%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²)
Population Density2,475/sq mi
Coordinates39.6244°N, 19.9202°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 7.1 in Wettest
December 50°F (10°C) 6.5 in

Corfu has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F — from 48°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.4").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 85.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+93.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,475/sq mi
Total Area16.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Corfu

What is the population of Corfu?

Corfu has a population of 40,047 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 2,475 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Corfu expensive to live in?

Corfu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Corfu?

Corfu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 57.

How is the job market in Corfu?

The job market in Corfu faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Corfu?

28.0% of adults in Corfu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Corfu?

The obesity rate in Corfu is 28.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 84.5% are physically inactive. 5.8% of residents report depression.

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