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Pláka, Greece

South Aegean · Greece

Pláka is a small town in South Aegean, Greece with a population of 749. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
749 Population 22/sq mi density
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
16.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$24,732 Median Income
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Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$24,732 median income

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About Pláka

Pláka

Pláka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens. It is known as the "Neighborhood of the Gods" due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites.

People

Population749
Density22/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$24,732

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Population749
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates36.7439°, 24.4226°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceSouth Aegean
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation16.9 inches (428 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,732

About Pláka

Pláka is a small town in Greece (South Aegean) with a population of 749. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Pláka is $24,732, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: Pláka vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$24,732
67% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pláka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above Greece avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area34.6 sq mi (89.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates36.7439°N, 24.4226°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.9"
56% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.99"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,478 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 8, 2006 26 km NE of Kýthira, Greece M6.7 118 km
May 23, 1994 15 km NNE of Pánormos, Greece M6.1 135 km
May 21, 2002 18 km SW of Adámas, Greece M5.9 19 km
Aug 29, 2014 59 km E of Géfyra, Greece M5.8 64 km
Apr 4, 2014 36 km ESE of Ýdra, Greece M5.6 77 km
Feb 4, 2025 21 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.3 107 km
Feb 10, 2025 26 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.3 110 km
Jan 27, 2012 48 km SW of Emporeío, Greece M5.3 97 km
Jan 26, 2012 Dodecanese Islands, Greece M5.2 96 km
Feb 9, 2025 30 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.2 108 km
Mar 20, 1992 9 km SE of Adámas, Greece M5.2 13 km
Feb 12, 2025 15 km NE of Oía, Greece M5.1 99 km
Feb 10, 2025 28 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.1 108 km
Feb 5, 2025 28 km NE of Firá, Greece M5.1 110 km
Jul 23, 2025 44 km NNW of Kolympári, Greece M5.1 126 km
Feb 3, 2025 28 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.0 114 km
Apr 9, 2013 22 km S of Géfyra, Greece M5.0 127 km
May 16, 2018 21 km SSW of Géfyra, Greece M5.0 136 km
Feb 17, 2025 27 km ESE of Íos, Greece M5.0 103 km
Feb 4, 2025 29 km SW of Amorgós, Greece M5.0 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
-1610 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Astronomical 90.0 m 95 km
1650 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Explosion 30.0 m 120 95 km
1956 CYCLADES Eruption + Earthquake 20.0 m 56 137 km
1956 AMORGOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 10.0 m 96 km
1926 ARGOLIKOS GULF Earthquake 104 km
1629 CRETE Earthquake 98 km
1050 ISLAND OF THIRA Astronomical 95 km
46 THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) Astronomical 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (5 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 5 km
Santorini Shield(s) 367 m (1,204 ft) 1950 95 km
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 137 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
February 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
April 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 67°F (19°C) 1.8 in
November 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Pláka has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 52°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Pláka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Kimolos
Archaeological Museum of Milos
Ecclesiastical Museum of Milos
Folk & Historic Museum of Milos
Folk and Maritime Museum
Mapmapa Sand Museum
Milos Mining Museum

Cafes in Pláka

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

En Plo
Kokkino
Palaios
Utopia

Castles in Pláka

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Venetian Castle of Milos

Dentists in Pláka

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Pláka

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Airports Near Pláka

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Milos AirportMLOSmall Airport
Paros National AirportPASSmall Airport
Syros AirportJSYSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pláka

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Agia Aikaterini
Agia Varvara
Agios Andreas
Agios Antonios
Agios Fanourios
Agios Georgios
Agios Merkourios
Agios Nikolaos
Agios Spyridonas
Agios Vasileios
Mesa Panagia
Metamorfosi Sotiros
Panagia Eleousa
Panagia Korfiatissa
Panagia Thalassitra
Profitis Ilias
Rosario
Saint Dimitrios
Taksiarchis
Άγιοι Θεόδωροι
Άγιος Θεόδωρος
Άγιος Ιωάννης Θεολόγος
Γενέσιον Αγίου Ιωάννου Προδρόμου

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
180 m (591 ft)
Area
89.5 km² (34.5 mi²)

🇬🇷 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 Pláka

What is the population of Pláka?

Pláka has a population of 749 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 34.6 square miles.

Is Pláka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,732, 67% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Pláka?

Pláka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches.

How is the job market in Pláka?

There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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