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Pietrapertosa, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Pietrapertosa is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 961. Elevation: 3,570 ft (1,088 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 961 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,570 ft (1,088 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5173°, 16.0624° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $13,268 |
About Pietrapertosa
Pietrapertosa is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 961. The city sits at an elevation of 3,570 feet (1,088 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Pietrapertosa vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $13,268 |
| 82% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.8% |
| 256% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 72 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,570 ft (1,088 m) |
| Area | 126.1 sq mi (326.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5173°N, 16.0624°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1631 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | 5.0 m | 4,000 | 142 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 142 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | — | 589 | 112 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 3,600 | 119 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 148 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 48 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | — | 2,100 | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 142 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 166 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in |
Pietrapertosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in February to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Pietrapertosa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istituto Comprensivo "Francesco Torraca" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pietrapertosa
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Color | hits, musica italiana | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Potenza Centrale | italian pop, pop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Selene | adult contemporary, corato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Laser | pisticci, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO TOUR | anni 70, anni 80 | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Radio Carina | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ruoti | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Altamura Uno | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio New Sound | hits, musica italiana | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pietrapertosa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo di Storia e Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Casa delle Muse di Sinisgalli - Fondazione Leonardo Sinisgalli | ||||
| Casa di confino di Carlo Levi | ||||
| Casa-Museo dalla Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo - Mulino de Sortis | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale dell'Alta Val d'Agri | ||||
| Museo Comunale Michele Lacava | ||||
| Museo della Cività Contadina | ||||
| Museo delle Antiche Genti di Lucania | ||||
| Museo delle Tradizioni Locali | ||||
| Museo Demo Antropologico - CEA Stigliano | ||||
| Museo Paul Russotto | ||||
| Museo Utopia | ||||
| Museo Viaggio in Basilicata | ||||
| Palazzo Ducale di Tricarico | ||||
| Pinacoteca Carlo Levi |
Libraries in Pietrapertosa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale G. Salerno | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Libro Lucano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Provinciale | 0.0 | |||||
| Ludoteca Comunale "Robinson Crusoe" | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Muscio-Messina | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pietrapertosa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato coperto di Piazza della Libertà | |||||
| Mercato della frutta | |||||
| Mercato della frutta |
Hotels in Pietrapertosa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pietrapertosa
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pietrapertosa
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Pietrapertosa
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Pietrapertosa
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pietrapertosa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pietrapertosa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pietrapertosa
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport | BRI | Large Airport |
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | — | Small Airport |
| Ceraso Airfield/Aero Club I Templari | — | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| La Quercia Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Natile Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pisticci Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pietrapertosa
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cappella di San Cataldo | |
| Chiesa di Santa Caterina | |
| Chiesa Madre di San Giacomo |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pietrapertosa
What is the population of Pietrapertosa?
Pietrapertosa has a population of 961 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 126.1 square miles.
Is Pietrapertosa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $13,268, 82% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Pietrapertosa?
Pietrapertosa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.
How is the job market in Pietrapertosa?
The job market in Pietrapertosa faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 72 business establishments in the area.