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Pisticci, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Pisticci is a small city in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 6,019. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pisticci
Pisticci is a town comune in the province of Matera, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. Pisticci is the fourth most populous town in the region and the most populous in the province after Matera. It is known for being the production site of Amaro Lucano, a renowned Italian liqueur.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 6,019 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3902°, 16.5592° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,206 |
About Pisticci
Pisticci is a small city in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 6,019. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Pisticci vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,206 |
| 77% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.7% |
| 281% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 451 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Pisticci
Pisticci has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.6°C), the coldest is Jan (9.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 518 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Area | 126.7 sq mi (328.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3902°N, 16.5592°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 126 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 88 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (186 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.3 in |
Pisticci has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 47°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Pisticci
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istituto Comprensivo Padre Pio da Pietrelcina | - | - | - | - |
| Istituto Superiore Giustino Fortunato | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pisticci
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Laser | pisticci, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radiosa | electronica, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Multiradio | adult contemporary, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pisticci
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Albino Pierro | ||||
| Essenza Lucano - Museo sull'Amaro Lucano | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale della Siritide | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Metaponto | ||||
| Museo Civico | ||||
| Museo comunale - Civiltà contadina e mestieri antichi | ||||
| Museo dei Calanchi | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico Provinciale | ||||
| Spazio Permanente d'arte ''Melchiorre da Montalbano' | ||||
| Visit center - naturalistic museum |
Libraries in Pisticci
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale “Pia Vivarelli” | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Marrese | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Massimo Rinaldi | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinacoteca e Biblioteca Civica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pisticci
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Coperto | |||||
| Mercato Coperto | |||||
| Piazza Coperta | |||||
| Piazza Coperta |
Restaurants in Pisticci
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pisticci
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Pisticci
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Pisticci
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pisticci
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pisticci
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pisticci
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pisticci
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pisticci
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport | BRI | Large Airport |
| Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Al Canale Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | - | 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 |
| Paretano Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pisticci Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sibari Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pisticci
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Treatment Centers in Pisticci
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| O.s.m.a.i.r.m. |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pisticci
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abbazia Santa Maria la Sanità del Casale | |
| Cappella dell'Annunziata | |
| Cappella di San Donato | |
| Cappella di Santa Croce | |
| Chiesa dell'Immacolata Concezione | |
| Chiesa della Madonna di Picchione | |
| Chiesa di Cristo Re | |
| Chiesa di San Rocco | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate | |
| Chiesa Madonna di Loreto | |
| Chiesa Madre dei Santi Pietro e Paolo | |
| Chiesa San Giovanni Battista | |
| San Leonardo | |
| Santuario Santa Maria delle Grazie |
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What is the population of Pisticci?
Pisticci has a population of 6,019 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 126.7 square miles.
Is Pisticci expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,206, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Pisticci?
Pisticci enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.
How is the job market in Pisticci?
The job market in Pisticci faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 451 business establishments in the area.