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Karyá, Greece
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Karyá is a small town in Ionian Islands, Greece with a population of 589. Elevation: 1,650 ft (503 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Karyá
Karya is a former municipality on the island of Lefkada, Ionian Islands, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Lefkada, of which it is a municipal unit. It lies in the central part of Lefkada. It has a land area of 30.867 km2. A large part of the population live in the former municipal seat, the town of Karyá.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 589 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,650 ft (503 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.7588°, 20.6492° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Ionian Islands |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.0 inches (964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,464 |
About Karyá
Karyá is a small town in Greece (Ionian Islands) with a population of 589. The city sits at an elevation of 1,650 feet (503 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Karyá vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $22,464 |
| 70% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,650 ft (503 m) |
| Area | 46.6 sq mi (120.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7588°N, 20.6492°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1963 | CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 2 | 129 km |
| 1817 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 136 km |
| 1861 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.1 m | — | 149 km |
| 2008 | SW. CORINTH GULF | Unknown | 2.0 m | — | 149 km |
| 1996 | W. CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 132 km |
| 2018 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 138 km |
| 1995 | GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 26 | 148 km |
| 1953 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 73 km |
| 1948 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 7 | 32 km |
| 2003 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 45 km |
| 1898 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 116 km |
| 2015 | IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 11 km |
| 2018 | ISLAND OF ZAKYNTHOS | Meteorological | — | — | 100 km |
| 1984 | CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| 1983 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 89 km |
| 1953 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 476 | 53 km |
| 1953 | ITHAKI ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 62 km |
| 1893 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 121 km |
| 1888 | GULF OF CORINTH | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
| 1883 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in |
Karyá has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 45°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Karyá
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Γυμνάσιο & Λ.Τ. Καρυάς | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Karyá
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική Ραδιοφωνία Λευκάδας 96.7 | municipal, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 101.9 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Άλφα 98.1 | greek, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Δημοτικό Ραδιόφωνο Πρέβεζας | municipal, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 7 Μέρες 101.5 | — | AAC+ 256 kbps | |
| Μελωδία 101.1 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Πήγασος 106 | greek traditional | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Ένα 87.6 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lefkatas 900.5 FM | — | MP3 | |
| Lefkatas 90.5 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 | |
| Ionio 99.9 | greek pop, mainstream | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Prisma Πρέβεζα | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Downtuned Radio | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Preveza Dee Jay 93.4 | hiphop, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amvrakia 91.9 | funk, oldies | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Amvrakia Fm 91.9 | 70s, 80s | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Karyá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Lefkada | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Nikopolis | ||||
| Karya Folklore Museum | ||||
| Museum of Gramophone Radio Phonograph & Music | ||||
| Εκκλησία Μύτικα | ||||
| Μουσείο «Άγγελος Σικελιανός» | ||||
| Μουσείο Κάστρου | ||||
| Μουσείο Φωνογράφου |
Libraries in Karyá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημόσια βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη "Χ. Κοντός" | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Νίκου Σβορώνου | 0.0 | |||||
| Χαραμόγλειος Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Hotels in Karyá
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Karyá
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Karyá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Karyá
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aktion National Airport | PVK | Medium Airport |
| Kefallinia Airport | EFL | Medium Airport |
| Arachthos Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dhokimion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Margariti Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zalongo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karyá
27 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agios Dimitrios | |
| Agios Nikolaos | |
| Agios Spyridon | |
| Agios Spyridonas | |
| I.N. Αγίου Ιωάννη Χρυσοστόμου | |
| Koimisi Theotokou | |
| Saint Catherine | |
| Saint Constantine | |
| Saint Marina | |
| Saint Minas | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος | |
| Αγιος Ανδρέας | |
| Αγιος Αντώνιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Αγιος Δημήτριος | |
| Άγιος Δονάτος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Αγιος Σπυρίδων | |
| Άγιος Στέφανος |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Karyá
What is the population of Karyá?
Karyá has a population of 589 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 46.6 square miles.
Is Karyá expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,464, 70% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Karyá?
Karyá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches.
How is the job market in Karyá?
There are 34 business establishments in the area.