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Metókhion, Greece

Peloponnese · Greece

Metókhion is a small town in Peloponnese, Greece with a population of 761. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
761 Population 482/sq mi density
902 ft Elevation 275 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$20,196 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,196 median income

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About Metókhion

Metókhion

A metochion or metochi is an ecclesiastical embassy church within Eastern Orthodox tradition. It is usually from one autocephalous or autonomous church to another. The term is also used to refer to a parish representation of a monastery or a primate.

People

Population761
Density482/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,196

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Population761
Population Density482 / sq mi
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates37.6079°, 22.9459°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvincePeloponnese
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (596 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,196

About Metókhion

Metókhion is a small town in Greece (Peloponnese) with a population of 761. The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet (275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Metókhion is $20,196, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 44 business establishments.

Income: Metókhion vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$20,196
73% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Metókhion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above Greece avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density482/sq mi
Coordinates37.6079°N, 22.9459°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.5"
38% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5,632 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jan 8, 2006 26 km NE of Kýthira, Greece M6.7 146 km
Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 106 km
Jun 8, 2008 15 km ESE of Várda, Greece M6.4 131 km
Jan 6, 2008 15 km WNW of Leonídio, Greece M6.2 49 km
Sep 7, 1999 5 km WNW of Fylí, Greece M6.0 81 km
Nov 18, 1992 10 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.9 89 km
Aug 29, 2014 59 km E of Géfyra, Greece M5.8 123 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 107 km
Mar 1, 2004 6 km ESE of Arfará, Greece M5.6 90 km
Apr 4, 2014 36 km ESE of Ýdra, Greece M5.6 89 km
Jul 14, 1993 2 km SE of Pátra, Greece M5.6 125 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 109 km
Sep 16, 2001 6 km SE of Kopanáki, Greece M5.5 103 km
Feb 17, 2021 11 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.5 120 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km E of Náfpaktos, Greece M5.5 124 km
Jun 15, 1995 3 km E of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.4 98 km
Mar 26, 1993 10 km WSW of Epitálio, Greece M5.4 137 km
Jan 22, 2010 14 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.4 120 km
Mar 30, 2019 2 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.3 97 km
Aug 7, 2013 9 km NW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 2 113 km
1867 PELOPONNESUS, GREECE Earthquake 6.0 m 150 km
1817 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 5.0 m 107 km
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 93 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 122 km
1861 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 2.1 m 93 km
2008 SW. CORINTH GULF Unknown 2.0 m 93 km
1996 W. CORINTH GULF Meteorological 2.0 m 113 km
1981 GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.3 m 73 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 106 km
1981 ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.0 m 22 68 km
1947 PELOPONNESUS, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 3 127 km
1899 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 1.0 m 113 km
1928 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 0.6 m 20 44 km
1992 CORINTH GULF Earthquake 90 km
1984 CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 107 km
1926 ARGOLIKOS GULF Earthquake 127 km
1888 GULF OF CORINTH Eruption + Earthquake 99 km
1886 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 326 124 km
1862 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Methana (34 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 34 km
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 167 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
April 56°F (14°C) 1.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
December 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Metókhion has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 47°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Metókhion

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Δημοτικό Σχολείο Αγίου Δημητρίου
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Radio Stations near Metókhion

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sport FM 94.6 greek, sport MP3 128 kbps
Αντένα Αίγινα MP3 320 kbps
Radiobird jazz, rock MP3
ERT Tripoli MP3 128 kbps
Επικοινωνία 89.1 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Loutraki 87.5 greek music MP3 128 kbps
Cool 92.9 (US) MP3 96 kbps
Cool 90.7 80s, house MP3 192 kbps
Cool 106.8 pop MP3 128 kbps
Diva Fm 106.1 - Greece MP3 320 kbps
Ερμιονίδα greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Diva 91.6 dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Sport 96.3 music, sports news MP3
Diva 106.1 greek, mainstream MP3 320 kbps
Radio Dee Jay pop MP3 192 kbps
My Radio 89.6 mainstream, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Metókhion

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaelogical Museum
Archaelogical Museum of Epidavros
Archaeological Museum of Mycenae
Archaeological Museum of Nemea
Archeological Museum of Argos
Byzantine Museum of Argolis
Childhood Museum "Stathmos"
Folk Art Museum
Katagogion
Komboloi Museum
Kotsiomitis Museum of Natural History
Laskarideio Folklore Museum
National Gallery
War Museum
Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Άστρους

Libraries in Metókhion

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ο Παλαμήδης0.0
Παιδική–Νεανική Βιβλιοθήκη0.0
Σύλλογος Αργείων "Ο ΔΑΝΑΟΣ"0.0

Farmers Markets in Metókhion

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Astros Flea Market
Manthos Market
Public market
Street market
ΚΟΤΙΤΣΑΣ

Castles in Metókhion

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acropolis of Kazarma

Breweries in Metókhion

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
ZEOS BREWERY

Stadiums & Teams in Metókhion

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Metókhion

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Metókhion

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elefsis Air BaseMedium Airport
Tanagra Air BaseMedium Airport
Dounis AirfieldSmall Airport
Lechaio AirfieldSmall Airport
Megara Air BaseSmall Airport
Sparti AirfieldSPJSmall Airport
Tripolis Air BaseSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Metókhion

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ΚΕΦΙΑΠ Αργολίδας

Churches & Religious Organizations in Metókhion

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Αγία Μαρίνα
Άγιοι Πάντες
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Μονή Καρακαλά
Χριστοσ Ανεστη

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
340 m (1,116 ft)
Postal Code
21054

🇬🇷 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 Metókhion

What is the population of Metókhion?

Metókhion has a population of 761 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 482 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles.

Is Metókhion expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,196, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Metókhion?

Metókhion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches.

How is the job market in Metókhion?

There are 44 business establishments in the area.

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