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Fondaco-Margherito, Italy

Sicily · Italy

Fondaco-Margherito is a small town in Sicily, Italy with a population of 993. Elevation: 2,290 ft (698 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
993 Population 6/sq mi density
2,290 ft Elevation 698 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$13,599 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$13,599 median income, 12.8% unemployment

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People

Population993
Density6/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$13,599
Unemployment12.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,290 ft (698 m)
Population993
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation2,290 ft (698 m)
Coordinates37.8641°, 14.8066°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceSicily
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,018 mm)
Annual Snowfall37.2 inches (94 cm)
Median Household Income$13,599

About Fondaco-Margherito

Fondaco-Margherito is a small town in Italy (Sicily) with a population of 993. The city sits at an elevation of 2,290 feet (698 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.

The median household income in Fondaco-Margherito is $13,599, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: Fondaco-Margherito vs Italy

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Income

Median HH Income$13,599
82% below Italy avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.8%
256% above Italy avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Fondaco-Margherito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 328 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 40.1 inches. The area receives 37.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,290 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above Italy avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,290 ft (698 m)
Area167.0 sq mi (432.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates37.8641°N, 14.8066°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
5% above Italy avg
Snowfall 37.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,066 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Apr 16, 2025.

Sep 6, 2002 34 km NNE of Santa Flavia, Italy M6.0 113 km
Jan 5, 1994 62 km NNE of Malfa, Italy M5.8 139 km
Dec 13, 1990 20 km ENE of Augusta, Italy M5.6 84 km
May 5, 2004 5 km S of Leni, Italy M5.5 72 km
Sep 27, 2002 39 km NNE of Santa Flavia, Italy M5.3 116 km
Feb 7, 2025 39 km WSW of Leni, Italy M5.2 78 km
Jul 4, 2007 39 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy M5.2 110 km
May 17, 2001 43 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M5.2 137 km
Apr 25, 1992 6 km ENE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy M5.2 81 km
Nov 25, 2001 6 km SW of Polizzi Generosa, Italy M4.9 76 km
Jun 26, 1993 1 km WNW of Tusa, Italy M4.9 54 km
Sep 14, 1998 40 km N of Santa Flavia, Italy M4.9 124 km
Feb 6, 2015 28 km NE of Santa Marina Salina, Italy M4.8 102 km
Feb 25, 1996 22 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M4.8 130 km
May 6, 1994 2 km NNE of Alimena, Italy M4.8 62 km
Oct 23, 1999 32 km NNW of Malfa, Italy M4.8 109 km
Sep 7, 2009 62 km N of Cefalù, Italy M4.8 105 km
Nov 27, 1993 35 km N of Malfa, Italy M4.8 115 km
Mar 28, 1990 2 km NNW of San Giorgio, Italy M4.7 38 km
Mar 12, 2024 21 km NNE of Malfa, Italy M4.7 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 16.0 m (52 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1783 MESSINA STRAITS Eruption + Earthquake 16.0 m 1,500 82 km
1908 MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 13.0 m 80,000 76 km
1693 ISLAND OF SICILY Earthquake 12.0 m 54,000 83 km
2002 STROMBOLI ISLAND Explosion 10.9 m 109 km
1916 STROMBOLI ISLAND Earthquake 10.0 m 112 km
1930 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 2.5 m 6 109 km
1988 LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. Meteorological 2.0 m 61 km
2019 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 1.3 m 1 109 km
1905 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 1.3 m 557 142 km
2022 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 0.8 m 109 km
1919 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 0.8 m 4 109 km
2021 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 0.4 m 109 km
2019 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 0.3 m 109 km
2022 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 0.0 m 109 km
2024 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 109 km
1990 EASTERN SICILY Earthquake 19 84 km
1954 STROMBOLI ISLAND Astronomical 109 km
1944 STROMBOLI ISLAND Explosion 109 km
1907 IONIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 158 110 km
1818 EASTERN SICILY Earthquake 72 41 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Etna (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Etna Stratovolcano(es) 3,295 m (10,810 ft) 2020 21 km
Vulcano Stratovolcano(es) 500 m (1,640 ft) 1890 62 km
Lipari Stratovolcano(es) 590 m (1,936 ft) 1230 71 km
Panarea Stratovolcano 399 m (1,309 ft) Unknown 89 km
Stromboli Stratovolcano 924 m (3,031 ft) 2020 109 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in Wettest

Fondaco-Margherito has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 40°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Fondaco-Margherito

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Istituto comprensivo Carlo Levi - plesso Beato Placido
Istituto comprensivo Carlo Levi
Istituto comprensivo Carlo Levi - plesso Fondaco
Istituto professionale Giovanni Falcone - plesso di Maniace
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Radio Stations near Fondaco-Margherito

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Antenna Uno classic hits, latino MP3 192 kbps
Radio Flash adult contemporary, pop MP3
RSC Radio Studio Centrale pop music MP3 320 kbps
Radio Delfino oldies AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Amore Blu MP3
Radio Etna Espresso acireale, pop MP3
Radio Taormina classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Radio Stereo Sant'Agata pop, sant'agata di militello MP3 96 kbps
Dimensione Radio milazzo, pop AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Milazzo adult contemporary, milazzo MP3 192 kbps
RadioReload.it contemporary, dance MP3 128 kbps
Radio Splash dance, milazzo MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Fondaco-Margherito

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
IDEA - Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia
Museo Archeologico Paolo Vagliasindi
Museo Archeologico Regionale di Centuripe
Museo Civico
Museo civico di Adrano
Museo Civico di Scienze Naturali Angelo Priolo
Museo civico Salvo Nibali
Museo d'Arte Sacra
Museo dei Vangeli
Museo del carretto siciliano
Museo della Conoscenza delle Tradizioni dei Nebrodi
Museo della Cultura e delle Arti Figurative Bizantine e Normanne
Museo della fotografia di Robert Capa
Museo di Scultura all'Aperto
Museo Etno-fotografico "Franchina Letizia"
Museo La Petagna
Museo Parrochiale d'Arte Sacra
Spazio espositivo rotabili storici

Libraries in Fondaco-Margherito

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunale0.0
Biblioteca Comunale0.0
Biblioteca comunale0.0
Biblioteca Comunale "Aldo G. Genta"0.0
Biblioteca Comunale "Helle Busacca"0.0
Biblioteca Parrocchiale Arc. Carmelo Apostolato0.0

Farmers Markets in Fondaco-Margherito

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercato ortofrutticolo
Mercato Semiaperto Bronte
Mercato settiimanale di Adrano
Mercato settimanale di Maletto

Restaurants in Fondaco-Margherito

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al Castello
Don Ciccio
Il Fiorentino

Cafes in Fondaco-Margherito

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Destro
Bar Fratelli Paterniti
Bar La Pineta
Chiosco Bar Crazy Horse

Castles in Fondaco-Margherito

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castello dei Nelson

Gas Stations in Fondaco-Margherito

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Giap
Giap
Virzì

Breweries in Fondaco-Margherito

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Epica

Stadiums & Teams in Fondaco-Margherito

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Fondaco-Margherito

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Catania-Fontanarossa AirportCTALarge Airport
Sigonella Navy Air BaseMedium Airport
Ala Jonica AirfieldSmall Airport
Avioclub Ereo AirfieldSmall Airport
Aviosuperficie Maletto FlySmall Airport
Aviosuperficie MassarottiSmall Airport
Aviosuperficie Minotaurus e MedusaSmall Airport
Aviosuperficie RamaccaSmall Airport
Bosco di Mezzo Airfield (CTCAL)Small Airport
Calatabiano (Aviosuperficie Angelo D'Arrigo)Small Airport
Camemi AirfieldSmall Airport
Campo di Volo Aidone (cugno)Small Airport
Campo di Volo Capo d'OrlandoSmall Airport
Campo di Volo MaranoSmall Airport
Campo di Volo Niscemi Parisi (CLNIS)Small Airport
Eagles AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Fondaco-Margherito

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Maniace di Bronte

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fondaco-Margherito

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chiesa di San Sebastiano
Chiesa di Santa Maria di Maniace

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Rome

🇮🇹 About Italy

Capital Rome
Population 60,431,283
Area 301,230 km²
GDP (USD) $2,316,727,999,333
GDP per capita $39,277
HDI 0.906
Life expectancy 83.7 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 69.5%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Italian, Catalan
Calling code +39
TLD .it
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Italy

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Capodanno
Jan 6 Epiphany Epifania
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pasqua
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunedì dell'Angelo
Apr 25 Liberation Day Festa della Liberazione
May 1 International Workers Day Festa del Lavoro
May 25 Whit Monday Lunedì di Pentecoste
Jun 2 Republic Day Festa della Repubblica
Aug 15 Assumption Day Ferragosto o Assunzione
Oct 4 St. Francis of Assisi's Day San Francesco d'Assisi
Nov 1 All Saints Day Tutti i santi
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immacolata Concezione
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natale
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Santo Stefano

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fondaco-Margherito

What is the population of Fondaco-Margherito?

Fondaco-Margherito has a population of 993 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 167.0 square miles.

Is Fondaco-Margherito expensive to live in?

The median household income is $13,599, 82% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Fondaco-Margherito?

Fondaco-Margherito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 37.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fondaco-Margherito?

The job market in Fondaco-Margherito faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 74 business establishments in the area.

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