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Politiká, Greece

Central Greece · Greece

Politiká is a small town in Central Greece, Greece with a population of 1,498. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,498 Population 4/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
20.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$21,168 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,168 median income

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About Politiká

Aegae or Aigai was a town on the west coast of ancient Euboea, north of Chalcis and a little south of Orobiae, opposite the mainland city of Anthedon. It had disappeared in the time of the geographer Strabo. Strabo records a sanctuary of Aegean Poseidon on a mountain nearby.

People

Population1,498
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,168

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population1,498
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates38.5967°, 23.5446°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceCentral Greece
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation20.2 inches (512 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,168

About Politiká

Politiká is a small town in Greece (Central Greece) with a population of 1,498. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Politiká is $21,168, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 87 business establishments.

Income: Politiká vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$21,168
72% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)87

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Politiká enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above Greece avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area340.7 sq mi (882.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates38.5967°N, 23.5446°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.2"
47% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.39"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4,840 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 112 km
Jul 26, 2001 32 km WNW of Skýros, Greece M6.5 80 km
Sep 7, 1999 5 km WNW of Fylí, Greece M6.0 53 km
Nov 18, 1992 10 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.9 100 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 124 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 111 km
Apr 4, 2014 36 km ESE of Ýdra, Greece M5.6 149 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km E of Náfpaktos, Greece M5.5 140 km
Feb 17, 2021 11 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.5 134 km
Jan 22, 2010 14 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.4 132 km
Jun 15, 1995 3 km E of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.4 101 km
Aug 7, 2013 9 km NW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 75 km
Mar 30, 2019 2 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.3 103 km
Sep 16, 2013 9 km NNW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 72 km
Nov 4, 1993 8 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.3 137 km
Jul 19, 2019 1 km NNE of Magoúla, Greece M5.3 56 km
Jun 9, 2015 13 km E of Malesína, Greece M5.3 14 km
Jan 12, 2021 13 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.2 130 km
Aug 22, 2014 12 km S of Kassándreia, Greece M5.2 149 km
Oct 9, 2010 14 km NE of Xylókastro, Greece M5.1 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1963 CORINTH GULF Meteorological 6.0 m 2 137 km
1817 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 5.0 m 130 km
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 90 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 40 km
1861 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 2.1 m 125 km
2008 SW. CORINTH GULF Unknown 2.0 m 125 km
1996 W. CORINTH GULF Meteorological 2.0 m 130 km
1981 GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.3 m 49 km
1968 LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 1.2 m 22 149 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 112 km
1981 ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.0 m 22 68 km
1928 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 0.6 m 20 82 km
1992 CORINTH GULF Earthquake 87 km
1984 CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 129 km
1965 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 38 98 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake 8 97 km
1888 GULF OF CORINTH Eruption + Earthquake 133 km
1862 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 119 km
1853 CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) Earthquake 17 39 km
1794 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (111 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 111 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
March 49°F (10°C) 2.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Politiká has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 45°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Politiká

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dalkas 88.2 greek folk AAC
SokFM 104.8 greek pop AAC
Θήβα 97.5 greek folk, news talk MP3 80 kbps
ΡΑΔΙΟ ΑΛΙΒΕΡΙ 1 alternative / indie MP3
Radio Istiaia hits MP3 256 kbps
Sok FM 104.8 AAC
Mple 99 fm ballads, greek AAC
Home 89.1 dance, hiphop MP3 128 kbps
Music Radio (US) chillout, easy listening MP3
Velvet Ballads 96.8 FM ballads, hits MP3 128 kbps
Istiaia 100.4 greek pop, mainstream MP3 256 kbps
Yolo 102.1 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Politiká

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Eretria
Archaeological museum of Schimatari
Karababa Castle (Sculpture Collection)
Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Χαλκίδας «Αρέθουσα»
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Χαλκίδας
Μικρασιατικού Ελληνισμού
Παλαιό Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Χαλκίδας

Libraries in Politiká

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0
Δανειστική Βιβλιοθήκη "Τα Βάβουλα"0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθηκη0.0

Farmers Markets in Politiká

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
MAVRODI
value market
Μίνι Μάρκετ
Παλιά Δημοτική Αγορά

Hotels in Politiká

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ΕυβοΪκή Ακτή

Cafes in Politiká

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aroma

Castles in Politiká

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Venetian Tower of Politika

Gas Stations in Politiká

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Stadiums & Teams in Politiká

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Politiká

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International AirportATHLarge Airport
Elefsis Air BaseMedium Airport
Skiathos Island National AirportJSIMedium Airport
Tanagra Air BaseMedium Airport
Dounis AirfieldSmall Airport
Hellenic Sport Aviation AirstripSmall Airport
Kopaida Dimitra AirfieldSmall Airport
Lechaio AirfieldSmall Airport
Megara Air BaseSmall Airport
Perneri AirfieldSmall Airport
Tatoi AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Politiká

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Agia Triada
Άγιοι Ανάργυροι
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Άγιος Δημήτριος
Αγίων Κωνσταντίνου και Ελένης
Απόδοση κοιμήσεως της Θεοτοκου (Παναγία)
Ι.Ν. Αγίου Κωσταντίνου

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens

🇬🇷 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 Politiká

What is the population of Politiká?

Politiká has a population of 1,498 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 340.7 square miles.

Is Politiká expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,168, 72% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Politiká?

Politiká enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches.

How is the job market in Politiká?

There are 87 business establishments in the area.

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