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Palamás, Greece

Thessaly · 🇬🇷 Greece

Palamás is a small city in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 5,719. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,719 Population
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
52.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
137% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

People

Population5,719
Median Age45.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,344
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.6%

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.6%
Depression5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI57 (Moderate)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+93.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%
Population5,719
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates39.4667°, 22.0833°
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 Age45.5 years

Is Palamás a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palamás receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Palamás offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Palamás enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Palamás has a population of 5,719. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,719
Total Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Palamás vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Palamás vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palamás is N/A. Per capita income is $23,344 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 55.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Palamás vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,344

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
137% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Palamás, 28.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.3% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 7.0% report binge drinking. 84.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Palamás vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.0%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression5.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Palamás 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. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57. 81% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 302 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.9 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median57.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %80.9%

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates39.4667°N, 22.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
April 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.3 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in

Palamás has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.3") and August the driest (0.6").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 85.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+93.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Palamás

What is the population of Palamás?

Palamás has a population of 5,719 residents and is located in Greece.. The median age of residents is 45.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Palamás expensive to live in?

Palamás is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 55.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Palamás?

Palamás 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. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 57.

How is the job market in Palamás?

The job market in Palamás faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Palamás?

28.0% of adults in Palamás hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school.

How healthy is Palamás?

The obesity rate in Palamás is 28.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 84.5% are physically inactive. 5.8% of residents report depression.

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