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Genisséa, Greece

East Macedonia and Thrace · Greece

Genisséa is a small town in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece with a population of 1,935. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

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C+ Fair
1,935 Population 10/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$15,768 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,768 median income

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About Genisséa

Genisséa

Genisea is a town in the Vistonida municipal unit, within the municipality of Abdera in the Xanthi regional unit of Greece. It is the seat of the municipality Abdera. According to the 2021 census, the population of Genisea was 2,049 inhabitants.

People

Population1,935
Density10/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$15,768

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population1,935
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates41.0617°, 24.9625°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceEast Macedonia and Thrace
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (553 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,768

About Genisséa

Genisséa is a small town in Greece (East Macedonia and Thrace) with a population of 1,935. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Genisséa is $15,768, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 112 business establishments.

Income: Genisséa vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$15,768
79% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)112

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Genisséa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above Greece avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area191.1 sq mi (495.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates41.0617°N, 24.9625°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.8"
43% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.95"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,302 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 24, 2014 21 km SSW of Kamariótissa, Greece M6.9 93 km
Jul 6, 2003 28 km NNE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.7 113 km
Jul 23, 1992 43 km ESE of Sykiá, Greece M5.5 144 km
Jan 16, 2022 25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece M5.5 124 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 111 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 126 km
Jul 6, 2003 30 km NE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.3 121 km
Jun 15, 2004 26 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.2 103 km
Feb 14, 2012 10 km ENE of Sárti, Greece M5.2 127 km
Mar 4, 2012 8 km ENE of Sárti, Greece M5.2 128 km
Feb 7, 2023 4 km SSW of Níkiti, Greece M4.9 148 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 106 km
Sep 4, 2014 29 km NNW of Mýrina, Greece M4.9 107 km
May 25, 2014 Western Turkey M4.9 122 km
Sep 9, 1999 10 km NW of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 115 km
Oct 12, 1991 22 km W of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 112 km
May 24, 2014 25 km ESE of Sárti, Greece M4.8 130 km
Jul 24, 2015 13 km NW of Eceabat, Turkey M4.8 140 km
Jul 9, 2003 17 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 113 km
Sep 22, 2024 10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece M4.8 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 11 112 km
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 109 km
1893 SAMOTHRACE Earthquake 1.0 m 1 77 km
2014 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 3 93 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5 148 km
1585 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Genisséa has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 40°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Genisséa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
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Radio Stations near Genisséa

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Γλέντι 101.1 folk, greek MP3 160 kbps
Παρατηρητής 94 music, talk MP3 128 kbps
DIAVLOS FM 99.2 MP3 128 kbps
Ρυθμός Κομοτηνής 103.1 greek pop, mainstream MP3
Xanthi Dee Jay 94.6 electronic, hiphop MP3 160 kbps
Ρυθμός 106 greek, mainstream MP3 160 kbps
Ερωτικός 103 greek music MP3 160 kbps
Χρόνος 87.5 news talk, pop MP3
Ροδόπη 95.5 greek pop MP3 128 kbps
Όμορφη Πόλη 89.9 greek music, news MP3 256 kbps
Ιερά Μητρόπολη Ξάνθης orthodox christian, religion MP3 256 kbps
Radio Play 91.5 Fm Stereo (Gr Xanthi) MP3 128 kbps
Glenti FM greek music MP3 160 kbps
Kral 100 pop MP3 160 kbps
Goal 105.1 pop, sports news MP3 160 kbps
Virus 105.5 greek pop, mainstream MP3 160 kbps
Underground GR student radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Genisséa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ethnographic Museum of Xanthi
Δημοτική Πινακοθήκη "Χρήστος Παυλίδης"
Παραδοσιακός οικισμός Σαρακατσαναίων
Το σπίτι της σκιάς

Libraries in Genisséa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Βιβλιοθήκη-Αναγνωστήριο0.0

Farmers Markets in Genisséa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Παζάρι Ξάνθης

Hotels in Genisséa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Porto Lagos

Castles in Genisséa

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Polystylon

Gas Stations in Genisséa

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Genisséa

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Ski Resorts Near Genisséa

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pamporovo 0.0 $0
Chepelare 0.0 $0

Airports Near Genisséa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kavala Alexander the Great International AirportKVALarge Airport
Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia AirfieldSmall Airport
Komotini AirfieldSmall Airport
Xanthi AeroclubSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Genisséa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Τζαμί Μουσταφά Πασά

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
22 m (72 ft)
Postal Code
67 064

🇬🇷 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

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 Genisséa

What is the population of Genisséa?

Genisséa has a population of 1,935 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 191.1 square miles.

Is Genisséa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,768, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Genisséa?

Genisséa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.

How is the job market in Genisséa?

There are 112 business establishments in the area.

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