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Ermoúpolis, Greece

South Aegean · Greece

Ermoúpolis is a small city in South Aegean, Greece with a population of 11,351. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

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C+ Fair
11,351 Population 2,628/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
15.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$24,732 Median Income
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Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,732 median income

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About Ermoúpolis

Ermoúpolis

Ermoupoli, also known by the formal older name Ermoupolis or Hermoupolis, is a town and former municipality on the island of Syros, in the Cyclades, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform, it is part of the municipality Syros-Ermoupoli, of which it is the seat and a municipal unit. It is also the capital of the South Aegean region. The municipal unit has an area of 11.18 km2.

People

Population11,351
Density2,628/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,732

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population11,351
Population Density2,628 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates37.4447°, 24.9429°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceSouth Aegean
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation15.8 inches (401 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,732

About Ermoúpolis

Ermoúpolis is a small city in Greece (South Aegean) with a population of 11,351. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Ermoúpolis is $24,732, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 658 business establishments.

Income: Ermoúpolis vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$24,732
67% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)658

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Ermoúpolis

Ermoúpolis has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (26°C), the coldest is Jan (13.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 551 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.3°C / 56°F 8.1° / 17.5° 118.3
Feb 13.4°C / 56°F 8.3° / 17.2° 69.6
Mar 14°C / 57°F 9.2° / 17.9° 49.5
Apr 16.1°C / 61°F 12.2° / 20.6° 33.7
May 19.1°C / 66°F 15.3° / 23.9° 19.1
Jun 23.3°C / 74°F 19.3° / 28.7° 12.0
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 22.7° / 29.5° 4.6
Aug 26°C / 79°F 23.7° / 29.9° 6.9
Sep 24.1°C / 75°F 20.6° / 28.3° 13.9
Oct 21.1°C / 70°F 17.9° / 25.4° 32.4
Nov 18.1°C / 65°F 13.7° / 22° 66.9
Dec 15.6°C / 60°F 10.8° / 18.9° 124.0
Ermoúpolis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above Greece avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density2,628/sq mi
Coordinates37.4447°N, 24.9429°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,518 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

Sep 7, 1999 5 km WNW of Fylí, Greece M6.0 140 km
May 21, 2002 18 km SW of Adámas, Greece M5.9 109 km
Aug 29, 2014 59 km E of Géfyra, Greece M5.8 139 km
Apr 4, 2014 36 km ESE of Ýdra, Greece M5.6 96 km
Jun 10, 2001 6 km NE of Psará, Greece M5.6 139 km
Feb 10, 2025 26 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.3 105 km
Feb 4, 2025 21 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.3 115 km
Jul 19, 2019 1 km NNE of Magoúla, Greece M5.3 144 km
Feb 9, 2025 30 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.2 106 km
Mar 20, 1992 9 km SE of Adámas, Greece M5.2 95 km
Feb 10, 2025 28 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.1 110 km
Feb 12, 2025 15 km NE of Oía, Greece M5.1 111 km
Feb 5, 2025 28 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.1 111 km
Feb 3, 2025 28 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.0 113 km
Feb 17, 2025 27 km ESE of Íos, Greece M5.0 103 km
Feb 18, 2025 20 km SSW of Amorgós, Greece M5.0 118 km
Feb 4, 2025 29 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.0 109 km
May 12, 2025 26 km NE of Oía, Greece M4.9 107 km
Jun 26, 2009 9 km NE of Oía, Greece M4.9 111 km
Feb 3, 2025 24 km NE of Firá, Greece M4.9 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
-1610 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Astronomical 90.0 m 123 km
1650 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Explosion 30.0 m 120 123 km
1956 CYCLADES Eruption + Earthquake 20.0 m 56 125 km
1956 AMORGOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 10.0 m 87 km
1050 ISLAND OF THIRA Astronomical 123 km
46 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Astronomical 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 94 km
Santorini Shield(s) 367 m (1,204 ft) 1950 123 km
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 143 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 2.7 in
February 53°F (11°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
September 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
December 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Ermoúpolis has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 53°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Ermoúpolis

Institution Type Founded Website
University of the Aegean University Visit →

Schools in Ermoúpolis

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
3ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
So easy
Ακαδημία Εμπορικού Ναυτικού Σύρου
5ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Ερμούπολης
1ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Ερμούπολης
Σχολικό συγκρότημα λυκείων Σύρου
4ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
2ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Ερμούπολης
Βαρδάκειος Σχολή Ερμούπολης
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Radio Stations near Ermoúpolis

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ι.Μ. Παροναξίας 92.3 christian, orthodox AAC 32 kbps
Ηχώ Πάρος news, pop MP3 48 kbps
Πάρος 98.5 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Ραδιοφωνία Κυκλαδων 101.3 greek, pop MP3 128 kbps
Γαλαξίας 93 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Cavo Paradiso dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Paros Radio MP3
Aegean Voice pop AAC+ 36 kbps
Venus Radio 99.3 classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Mykonos Live Radio house, techno MP3 320 kbps
Mykonos 98.1 dance, pop AAC 224 kbps
Venus Radio MP3 128 kbps
Asteras 92 greek music MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Ermoúpolis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Church's Museum
Historical Museum of Hermoupolis
Industrial Museum of Hermoupolis
Markos Vamvakaris: Experiences
Museum of Marble Crafts
Syros Archaeological Museum
The house (museum) of Giannoulis Halepas
The museum of marble artists from Panormos
Αrchaeological Museum of Tinos
Έκθεση Μάρκου Βαμβακάρη Ενθυμήματα
Θρησκευτικό και Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Πατέρων Ιησουιτών
Ιερά Μονή Ουρσουλινών Μοναχών
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Βώλακα
Μουσείο Παραδοσιακών Επαγγελμάτων
Φούρνος Παραδοσιακός

Libraries in Ermoúpolis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Historical Archive of the Cyclades0.0
Municipal Library of Ermoupolis0.0

Hotels in Ermoúpolis

16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AKTAION
Anaya Suites
Apollonion Palace
Diogenis
Ethrion
Halaris
Nisaki Hotel
Palladion
Ploes
Syrou Melathron
Villa Sellena
Αίγλη
Αρχόντισσα
Ερμής
Καλόξυλου
ΦΙΛΙΠΟΠΟΛΙΤΗΣ

Cafes in Ermoúpolis

31 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

40 tales fox
Armadillo
Blend
Ciel
Coffee Island
Dale
Diogenis
Epta
Greco
Happen
Heart
Kouchico
Megaron
Mikel
New Square
Nuevo
Okio
Passo
Plastico
Severo
SYRAKI Cafe Bistrot
The Corner Café
Tookie
Αμερικανικό
Ελληνικόν Καφενείο
Πλάζα
Ραμόζα
Τζίτζικας
Το Μικράκι
Το Σοκακι της Ευτυχιας
Χαλανδριανη

Cinemas in Ermoúpolis

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Παλλάς
Παλλάς

Theatres in Ermoúpolis

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apollon Municipal Theater

Dentists in Ermoúpolis

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GR #3455643143
GR #3617057396
Μαρία Κορνηλάκη
Χρήστος Πολίτης

Bus Stations in Ermoúpolis

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Station KTEL
Central Bus Station KTEL
ΟΛΙΓΟΛΕΠΤΗ ΣΤΑΣΗ - ΤΑΞΙ

Gas Stations in Ermoúpolis

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AEGEAN
AVIN
BP | Χάλαρης
SHELL
ΕΚΟ | Φρέρης

Banks in Ermoúpolis

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpha Bank
Eurobank
National Bank of Greece
Piraeus Bank

Airports Near Ermoúpolis

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mykonos Island National AirportJMKMedium Airport
Milos AirportMLOSmall Airport
Naxos Island National AirportJNXSmall Airport
Paros National AirportPASSmall Airport
Syros AirportJSYSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ermoúpolis

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Γενική Ταχυδρομική
ΕΛΤΑ
ΕΛΤΑ courier

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ermoúpolis

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Delos

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ermoúpolis

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Nikolaos
Αγία Λουκία
Αγιά Τριάδα
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Άγιος Ελευθέριος
Άγιος Ιάκωβος
Άγιος Ιωάννης
Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος
Άγιος Νεκτάριος
Άγιος Παντελεήμων
Άγιος Συμεών
Αναστάσεως του Σωτήρος
Η Παναγία της Ελπίδος Αδελφών του Ελέους
Ιερός Ναός Ευαγγελίστριας Καθολικών
Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Μεταμόρφωση Σωτήρος
Ναός Αγίου Ιακώβου
Ναός Σταυρού Ταλάντων
Παρεκκλησίου του Αγίου Ιερομάρτυρος Δωροθέου
Τρεις Ιεράρχες

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
17 m (56 ft)
Area
11.2 km² (4.3 mi²)
Postal Code
841 00
Website
hermoupolis.gr
Twinned With
El Puerto de Santa María

🇬🇷 About Greece

Capital Athens
Population 10,727,668
Area 131,940 km²
GDP (USD) $242,946,187,738
GDP per capita $23,344
HDI 0.893
Life expectancy 81.5 years
Internet users 85.0%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Greek
Calling code +30
TLD .gr
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ermoúpolis

Delos
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Public Holidays in Greece

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Πρωτοχρονιά
Jan 6 Epiphany Θεοφάνεια
Feb 23 Clean Monday Καθαρά Δευτέρα
Mar 25 Annunciation Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου
Mar 25 Independence Day Εικοστή Πέμπτη Μαρτίου
Apr 10 Good Friday Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Κυριακή του Πάσχα
Apr 13 Easter Monday Δευτέρα του Πάσχα
May 1 Labour Day Εργατική Πρωτομαγιά
May 31 Pentecost Πεντηκοστή
Jun 1 Whit Monday Δευτέρα Πεντηκοστής
Aug 15 Assumption Day Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Oct 28 Ochi Day Το Όχι
Dec 25 Christmas Day Χριστούγεννα
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Σύναξις Υπεραγίας Θεοτόκου Μαρίας

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ermoúpolis

What is the population of Ermoúpolis?

Ermoúpolis has a population of 11,351 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 2,628 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.

Is Ermoúpolis expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,732, 67% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ermoúpolis?

Ermoúpolis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches.

How is the job market in Ermoúpolis?

There are 658 business establishments in the area.

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