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Peristerá, Greece

Central Macedonia · 🇬🇷 Greece

Peristerá is a small town in Central Macedonia, Greece with a population of 770. Elevation: 1,893 ft (577 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
770 Population
1,893 ft Elevation 577 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
23.8 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

Population770
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI57 (Moderate)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%
Population770
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Coordinates40.5488°, 23.1654°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceCentral Macedonia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Age45.5 years

Is Peristerá a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peristerá 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. Peristerá 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

Peristerá enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Peristerá has a population of 770. 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

770
Total Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Peristerá vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Peristerá vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peristerá 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: Peristerá 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 Peristerá, 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: Peristerá 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

Peristerá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 318 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 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 1,893 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median57.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %80.9%

Geography

Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Coordinates40.5488°N, 23.1654°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
February 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 1.2 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 1.0 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Peristerá has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 41°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (1.0").

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 Peristerá

What is the population of Peristerá?

Peristerá has a population of 770 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 Peristerá expensive to live in?

Peristerá 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 Peristerá?

Peristerá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 57.

How is the job market in Peristerá?

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

How are the schools in Peristerá?

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

How healthy is Peristerá?

The obesity rate in Peristerá 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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