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Oichalía, Greece

Thessaly · Greece

Oichalía is a small town in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 3,271. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

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3,271 Population 17/sq mi density
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
52.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$18,684 Median Income
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Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,684 median income

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About Oichalía

Oichalía

Oichalia Greek: Οιχαλία, before 1981: Νεοχώρι - Neochori) is a town and a former municipality in the Trikala regional unit, Thessaly, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Farkadona, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 85.628 km2. Oichalia is located 8 km west of Farkadona centre, and 20 km east of the city of Trikala. It is situated on the edge of the Thessalian Plain near the ancient city of Oechalia. The Greek National Road 6 passes south of Oichalia.

People

Population3,271
Density17/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,684

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Population3,271
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates39.6083°, 21.9800°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceThessaly
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation52.9 inches (1,343 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.2 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$18,684

About Oichalía

Oichalía is a small town in Greece (Thessaly) with a population of 3,271. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Oichalía is $18,684, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 190 business establishments.

Income: Oichalía vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$18,684
75% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)190

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Oichalía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 317 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 52.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above Greece avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area191.4 sq mi (495.8 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates39.6083°N, 21.9800°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.9"
39% above Greece avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.43"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5,745 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 65 km
Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 137 km
Aug 14, 2003 8 km S of Kanaláki, Greece M6.3 128 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 23 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 23 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 142 km
Mar 21, 2020 14 km NNE of Kanaláki, Greece M5.7 119 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 33 km
May 26, 2000 10 km WSW of Préveza, Greece M5.6 138 km
Jun 16, 1990 6 km WNW of Kanaláki, Greece M5.6 131 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 133 km
Feb 17, 2021 11 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.5 134 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km E of Náfpaktos, Greece M5.5 134 km
Aug 14, 2003 11 km W of Lefkáda, Greece M5.5 149 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 144 km
Oct 15, 2016 7 km WSW of Asprángeloi, Greece M5.5 116 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 30 km
Jan 22, 2010 14 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.4 132 km
Feb 5, 2019 16 km SW of Néos Oropós, Greece M5.4 135 km
Jun 15, 1995 3 km E of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.4 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

13 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 2 144 km
1817 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 5.0 m 146 km
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 145 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 140 km
1996 W. CORINTH GULF Meteorological 2.0 m 138 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 137 km
2003 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 128 km
1992 CORINTH GULF Earthquake 148 km
1984 CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 145 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake 8 99 km
1794 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 148 km
1748 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 146 km
-426 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 2,500 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in

Oichalía has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Oichalía

36 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ρυθμός 89.2 greek, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Bar Legend Radio blues, jazz MP3 320 kbps
Ι.Μ. Τρίκκης Γαρδικίου και Πύλης 102 orthodox christian, religion MP3 96 kbps
Ελασσόνα 88.4 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Μελωδία 106.8 greek, pop MP3 128 kbps
Τρίκαλα folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Merakia greek folk, greek traditional AAC
Paranomos greek folk, greek pop MP3
Άνεμος 92 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Μετέωρα 90.3 greek, mainstream MP3 96 kbps
Άγιος Οικουμένιος 102 ecclesia, greek MP3 96 kbps
Ζυγός Τρίκαλα greek, news MP3 128 kbps
Ραδιοφωνική Λέσχη 97.6 pop, rock MP3 128 kbps
Στουρναραίικα 92.5 folk, greek MP3 192 kbps
Λαϊκός 88 greek folk music MP3 128 kbps
Πρώτο 99 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Πρώτος Τύπος Φαρσάλων MP3 192 kbps
HXO fm MP3 64 kbps
Θεσσαλία 96 greek folk, greek pop MP3 128 kbps
Άγιος Δαμιανός 92.5 orthodox christian, religion MP3 320 kbps
Ηχόραμα 100.8 greek, pop MP3 128 kbps
Agrinio 93.7 greek folk MP3 192 kbps
ERT Ioannina 88.2 100.3 ert, public radio MP3 320 kbps
Larissa DeeJay 95.7 MP3 128 kbps
905ROCK MP3 192 kbps
Ραδιοφωνική Λέσχη 97,6 MP3 128 kbps
Farsala Web Radio MP3 192 kbps
Free Central Greece pop, rock MP3 128 kbps
Proto 99 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Angel 102.8 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Loud 88.8 mainstream, pop MP3 192 kbps
Radio Stournareika 92.5 fm Stereo MP3 192 kbps
EcoBeat GR chillout, downtempo AAC
Agrinio MP3 128 kbps
Oixalia pentecostalism, religion MP3 64 kbps
Deep Web Radio deep house MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Oichalía

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Αγροτικό Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Αρχαιολογική Συλλογή Τρικάλων
Αρχαιολογκό Μουσείο Καρδίτσας
Κονάκι
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Λαογραφικό μουσείο Καναλίων
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κρήνης
Μουσείο Λέγκως & Δημήτρη Κατσικογιάννη
Μουσείο Τσιτσάνη
Μύλος

Libraries in Oichalía

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη0.0

Gas Stations in Oichalía

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Banks in Oichalía

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Τράπεζα Πειραιώς - Piraeus Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Oichalía

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Ski Resorts Near Oichalía

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Oichalía

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kozani National Airport FilipposKZIMedium Airport
Larissa Air BaseLRASmall Airport
Myrini - Karditsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Skotina AirfieldSmall Airport
Terpsithea AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oichalía

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Ιερός Ναός Αγίου Νικολάου

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
105 m (345 ft)
Postal Code
42300

🇬🇷 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 Oichalía

What is the population of Oichalía?

Oichalía has a population of 3,271 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 191.4 square miles.

Is Oichalía expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Oichalía?

Oichalía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.9 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Oichalía?

There are 190 business establishments in the area.

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