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Oía, Greece

South Aegean · Greece

Oía is a small town in South Aegean, Greece with a population of 3,376. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

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3,376 Population 6,252/sq mi density
420 ft Elevation 128 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
19.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$24,732 Median Income
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2.7 / 5.0
$24,732 median income

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About Oía

Oía

Oia or Ia is a small village and former community in the South Aegean on the islands of Thira (Santorini) and Therasia, in the Cyclades, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it has been part of the municipality of Santorini, of which it is a municipal unit. It covers the whole island of Therasia and the northwesternmost part of Santorini, which it shares with the municipal unit of Santorini. The main street is named Nikolaou Nomikou. The population was 1,087 inhabitants at the 2021 census, and the land area is 19.449 km2.

People

Population3,376
Density6,252/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$24,732

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Population3,376
Population Density6,252 / sq mi
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates36.4626°, 25.3764°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceSouth Aegean
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation19.3 inches (489 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,732

About Oía

Oía is a small town in Greece (South Aegean) with a population of 3,376. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Oía is $24,732, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 196 business establishments.

Income: Oía vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$24,732
67% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)196

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Oía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Greece avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density6,252/sq mi
Coordinates36.4626°N, 25.3764°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.3"
49% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,489 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 22, 2025 66 km SE of Emporeío, Greece M6.2 80 km
Jan 22, 2002 49 km NW of Fry, Greece M6.2 134 km
May 23, 1994 15 km NNE of Pánormos, Greece M6.1 116 km
Apr 1, 2011 42 km NW of Fry, Greece M6.0 139 km
May 21, 2002 18 km SW of Adámas, Greece M5.9 100 km
Aug 1, 2021 26 km SSW of Mandráki, Greece M5.6 146 km
Jun 21, 2021 20 km SSW of Mandráki, Greece M5.5 149 km
Feb 10, 2025 26 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.3 35 km
Jan 13, 2009 52 km NNE of Palekastro, Greece M5.3 128 km
Feb 4, 2025 21 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.3 23 km
Sep 13, 2003 13 km SSW of Kéfalos, Greece M5.3 139 km
Jan 27, 2012 48 km SW of Emporeío, Greece M5.3 54 km
Mar 27, 2015 42 km NW of Fry, Greece M5.2 140 km
Jun 6, 2002 49 km N of Sitia, Greece M5.2 116 km
Feb 9, 2025 30 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.2 32 km
Jan 26, 2012 Dodecanese Islands, Greece M5.2 53 km
Aug 3, 2021 25 km SSW of Mandráki, Greece M5.2 149 km
Mar 20, 1992 9 km SE of Adámas, Greece M5.2 80 km
Feb 5, 2025 28 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.1 29 km
Apr 26, 2023 13 km SSW of Astyp?laia, Greece M5.1 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
-1610 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Astronomical 90.0 m 7 km
1650 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Explosion 30.0 m 120 7 km
1956 CYCLADES Eruption + Earthquake 20.0 m 56 57 km
1956 AMORGOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 10.0 m 39 km
1968 ISLAND OF KOS Eruption + Earthquake 1.2 m 141 km
2025 ISLAND OF CRETE Earthquake 0.1 m 84 km
1870 ALEXANDRIA Earthquake 76 km
1629 CRETE Earthquake 62 km
1494 ISLAND OF CRETE Earthquake 108 km
1050 ISLAND OF THIRA Astronomical 7 km
46 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Astronomical 7 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (7 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Santorini Shield(s) 367 m (1,204 ft) 1950 7 km
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 88 km
Nisyros Stratovolcano 698 m (2,290 ft) 1888 160 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (16°C) 2.7 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in

Oía has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 53°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Oía

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Σαντορίνη folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Santorini FM 106,4 MP3 128 kbps
Santorini Jazz Radio MP3
Santorini 106.4 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Thira Radio greek music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Oía

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Thera
Cave museum
folklore museum
Lost Atlantis Experience Museum
Megaro Gyzi Museum
Museum of Prehistoric Thera
Naval Museum Oia
Santorini Arts Factory
Symposion
The Santozeum
Tomato Industrial Museum
Venetsanos winery
Wine Museum Koutsoyannopoulos - Winery

Libraries in Oía

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bellonio Cultural Center0.0

Farmers Markets in Oía

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
regional market

Hotels in Oía

37 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abelomilos Exclusive Villas
Aethrio Hotel Oia
Airy Suites Santorini
Alta Mare by Andronis
Ambelia Traditional Villa
Ambition Suites
Andronis Boutique
Andronis Luxury Suites
Anemomilos
Aris Caves
Aristos Life
Armenaki
Aspaki by Art Maisons
Atlantida villas
Best Western
Canaves Oia Suites
Casa Di Mare
CSky
Elea Resort - adults only
Esperas Hotel Oia
Evanthia Best View Suites
Fanari Villas
Finikia Memories Hotel
Ftelari Villa
gemini cave villa
Hector Cave House
Lioyerma Cave Villa & Hot Tub
Maria's place
Marizan Caves & Villas
MaryLou John villas
Menias Cave House
Niko's Villas
Onar Villas
Opsis Cave House
Perivolas Hotel
Santorini Ikies
Villa Beltramo

Cafes in Oía

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

39 Steps
Cool Cave
Foodini
Golden Sunset Cafe & Bar
I Feel
Snack Shop
Vitrin

Castles in Oía

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citadel of Oia
Londsa castle

Bus Stations in Oía

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GR #4431145792
Oia Bus Station

Airports Near Oía

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Santorini International AirportJTRLarge Airport
Naxos Island National AirportJNXSmall Airport
Paros National AirportPASSmall Airport

Post Offices in Oía

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oia post office
Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oía

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Agia Eirini
Agia Faneromeni
Agíon Konstantínou kai Elénis
Agios Ioannis
Church of Agios Nikolaos
Church of Hagia Paraskevi
Église des 7 enfants
Holy Church of the Assumption of the Virgin
Kyra Panagia
Panagia Platsani
Parekklísi tou Christoú
Profitis Ilias
Profitis Ilias Chapel
Psilos Stavros
Saint Georgios Oia Holy Orthodox Church
Άγιος Ιωάννης

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens

🇬🇷 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 Oía

What is the population of Oía?

Oía has a population of 3,376 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 6,252 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

Is Oía expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,732, 67% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Oía?

Oía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches.

How is the job market in Oía?

There are 196 business establishments in the area.

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