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Palaiochóri, Greece

Central Macedonia · Greece

Palaiochóri is a small town in Central Macedonia, Greece with a population of 1,489. Elevation: 1,739 ft (530 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,489 Population 3/sq mi density
1,739 ft Elevation 530 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$19,332 Median Income
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Overall
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 Palaiochóri

Palaiochóri

Palaiochori is a village in Chalkidiki, Greece, part of the municipality Aristotelis. It is situated between the villages Neochori, Megali Panagia and Arnaia.

People

Population1,489
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,332

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Population1,489
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Coordinates40.4919°, 23.6493°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceCentral Macedonia
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (517 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,332

About Palaiochóri

Palaiochóri is a small town in Greece (Central Macedonia) with a population of 1,489. The city sits at an elevation of 1,739 feet (530 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Palaiochóri is $19,332, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 86 business establishments.

Income: Palaiochóri vs Greece

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)86

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palaiochóri experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,739 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above Greece avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Area460.7 sq mi (1,193.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates40.4919°N, 23.6493°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,765 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 24, 2014 21 km SSW of Kamariótissa, Greece M6.9 149 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 150 km
Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 127 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 148 km
Jul 23, 1992 43 km ESE of Sykiá, Greece M5.5 95 km
Jan 16, 2022 25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece M5.5 79 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 50 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 9 km
Mar 3, 2021 5 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.3 148 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 120 km
Feb 14, 2012 10 km ENE of Sárti, Greece M5.2 55 km
Mar 4, 2012 8 km ENE of Sárti, Greece M5.2 53 km
Aug 22, 2014 12 km S of Kassándreia, Greece M5.2 65 km
Jun 9, 2003 7 km E of Tsarítsani, Greece M5.2 132 km
Jul 16, 2010 24 km NNE of Patitírion, Greece M5.0 131 km
Mar 3, 2021 6 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.0 149 km
Feb 7, 2023 4 km SSW of Níkiti, Greece M4.9 35 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 44 km
Mar 3, 2021 Greece M4.9 136 km
Dec 7, 2001 25 km NNW of Patitírion, Greece M4.9 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 11 94 km
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 21 km
2014 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 3 149 km
1965 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 38 125 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake 8 130 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5 44 km
1585 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 79 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
April 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in

Palaiochóri has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Palaiochóri

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School
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Museums in Palaiochóri

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum Polygyros
Folklore Museum of Agios Nikolaos
Historical and Folk Museum of Arnea
Laographic museum
Weaving Museum
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Στρατονίκης

Farmers Markets in Palaiochóri

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Παζάρι (streetmarket)

Gas Stations in Palaiochóri

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CYCLON
GR #1817177920
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ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ

Banks in Palaiochóri

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eurobank Ergasias

Stadiums & Teams in Palaiochóri

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Airports Near Palaiochóri

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thessaloniki Macedonia International AirportSKGLarge Airport
Agios Pavlos AirfieldSmall Airport
Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia AirfieldSmall Airport
Kolchiko AirfieldSmall Airport
Sedes Air BaseSmall Airport
Serres Emmanuel Pappas AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres-Chortero AirfieldSmall Airport
Silata AirfieldSmall Airport
Sitagroi AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palaiochóri

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kimisi Theotokou
Εξωκκλήσι Αγίου Αθανασίου του Αθωνίτου
Μοναστικός Οίκος Υ.Θ. «Χαρά των Θλιβομένων»
Ναός Παμμεγίστων Ταξιαρχών

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
540 m (1,772 ft)

🇬🇷 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 Palaiochóri

What is the population of Palaiochóri?

Palaiochóri has a population of 1,489 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 460.7 square miles.

Is Palaiochóri 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 Palaiochóri?

Palaiochóri has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Palaiochóri?

There are 86 business establishments in the area.

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