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Makrochóri, Greece

Central Macedonia · Greece

Makrochóri is a small town in Central Macedonia, Greece with a population of 4,965. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,965 Population 12/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
17.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$19,332 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$19,332 median income

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About Makrochóri

Makrochori is a town in the municipal unit of Apostolos Pavlos, Imathia, Greece. Since the 2010 local government reform, it is part of the municipality Veroia. It was the seat of the former municipality Apostolos Pavlos between 1997 and 2010. In 2021 its population was 4,870. It is situated 5 km northeast of the city centre of Veroia.

People

Population4,965
Density12/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$19,332

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population4,965
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates40.5513°, 22.2496°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceCentral Macedonia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (444 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,332

About Makrochóri

Makrochóri is a small town in Greece (Central Macedonia) with a population of 4,965. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Makrochóri is $19,332, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 288 business establishments.

Income: Makrochóri vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$19,332
74% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)288

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Makrochóri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above Greece avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area400.5 sq mi (1,037.3 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates40.5513°N, 22.2496°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,474 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 16, 2025.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 65 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 89 km
Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 51 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 86 km
Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 113 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 75 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 79 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 78 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 92 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 116 km
Jul 26, 1996 Greece-Albania border region M5.3 145 km
Mar 3, 2021 5 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.3 92 km
Jul 17, 1995 7 km S of Siátista, Greece M5.2 73 km
May 15, 1995 18 km NW of Deskáti, Greece M5.2 77 km
Sep 1, 1994 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia M5.2 107 km
May 17, 1995 17 km WSW of Aianí, Greece M5.2 72 km
Aug 22, 2014 12 km S of Kassándreia, Greece M5.2 122 km
Jun 1, 2019 12 km SW of Mborje, Albania M5.2 131 km
Jun 9, 2003 7 km E of Tsarítsani, Greece M5.2 73 km
May 17, 1995 15 km SE of Grevená, Greece M5.1 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 140 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake 8 147 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake 128 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
March 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 1.2 in
July 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in

Makrochóri has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Makrochóri

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ενημέρωση Κατερίνη folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Αλέξανδρος 106.3 greek pop, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Εκ Βαθέων orthodox christian, religion MP3 192 kbps
Παύλειος Λόγος 90.2 orthodox christian MP3 96 kbps
Ble 93.3 Κοζάνη MP3 128 kbps
Σταθμός 99.5 greek folk MP3 192 kbps
Λαϊκός 106.3 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Μελωδία 102.4 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Ble 93.3 MP3 128 kbps
Siera 105.3 greek pop, mainstream MP3 256 kbps
Πανόραμα 100.8 greek, mainstream MP3
ERT Kozani 100.2 100.6 ert, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Musica Radio electro, indie MP3
Siatista 95.7 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Katerini Gas MP3 128 kbps
True Story 102.8 news talk, pop MP3 320 kbps
ERT Florina 96.6 99.1 ert, public radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Makrochóri

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Beroea
Archaeological Museum of Veria - External Exhibition
Byzantine Museum of Beroea
Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai
Polycentric Museum of Aigai
Ιστορικό και Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Μαυσωλείο του Γαζή Εβρενός

Libraries in Makrochóri

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Δημόσια Βιβλιοθήκη Έδεσσας0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Σκύδρας0.0

Gas Stations in Makrochóri

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Makrochóri

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Ski Resorts Near Makrochóri

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Center Mihajlovo 0.0 $0

Airports Near Makrochóri

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thessaloniki Macedonia International AirportSKGLarge Airport
Kozani National Airport FilipposKZIMedium Airport
Alexandria (Gidas) AirfieldSmall Airport
Eordaea AirfieldSmall Airport
Panagitsa AriportSmall Airport
Radnja AirstripSmall Airport
Skotina AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
10 m (33 ft)
Postal Code
591 50

🇬🇷 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 Makrochóri

What is the population of Makrochóri?

Makrochóri has a population of 4,965 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 400.5 square miles.

Is Makrochóri expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,332, 74% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Makrochóri?

Makrochóri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches.

How is the job market in Makrochóri?

There are 288 business establishments in the area.

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