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Polla, Italy
Campania · Italy
Polla is a small city in Campania, Italy with a population of 5,182. Elevation: 1,535 ft (468 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Polla
Polla is a town and comune of the province of Salerno in the Campania region of south-west Italy. In 2011 its population was 5,327.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 5,182 |
| Population Density | 255 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,535 ft (468 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5143°, 15.4972° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Campania |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.9 inches (1,141 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.3 inches (47 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,792 |
About Polla
Polla is a small city in Italy (Campania) with a population of 5,182. The city sits at an elevation of 1,535 feet (468 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Polla vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,792 |
| 76% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.2% |
| 239% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 389 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,535 ft (468 m) |
| Area | 20.3 sq mi (52.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5143°N, 15.4972°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 | 97 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 97 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 138 km |
| 1805 | CAMPANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 140 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 110 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 136 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 2 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 97 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 120 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 137 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in |
Polla has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 42°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Polla
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DumDUM | indie rock, instrumental | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 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 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 Polla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium e Laboratorio di archeologia sugli scavi di Monte Pruno | ||||
| C'è | ||||
| Casa Museo Joe Petrosino | ||||
| Casa natale S. Gerardo Maiella | ||||
| MIdA Museo Botanico | ||||
| MIdA Museo Geologico | ||||
| Museo Antiquarium Civico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Muro Lucano | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Volcei | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Sala Consilina | ||||
| Museo Civico Montesano sulla Marcellana | ||||
| Museo Civico Multimediale | ||||
| Museo della civiltà contadina | ||||
| Museo delle Arti e Tradizioni Popolari | ||||
| Museo delle erbe e delle antiche coltivazioni | ||||
| Museo didattico della pietra di Padula | ||||
| Museo Diocesano San Pietro | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico | ||||
| Museo naturalistico - Fondazione Iridia | ||||
| Museo Sacro San Nicola di Bari | ||||
| Museo Salviano | ||||
| Torre di Satriano |
Libraries in Polla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca centralizzata CNR dell'Area della ricerca di Potenza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Nicola Lamattina" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale Colliano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Professore Vincenzo Curcio | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercatino del sapori | |||||
| Piazza Mercato |
Hotels in Polla
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Polla
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Polla
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Polla
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Polla
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Polla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Polla
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport | QSR | Medium Airport |
| Altavillafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie del Sole | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Olivola | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Templare Paestum | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oasi da Peppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Ufita Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Polla
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polla
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa | |
| Chiesa della Santissima Trinità | |
| Chiesa di Cristo Re | |
| Chiesa di San Nicola dei Latini | |
| Chiesa di Santa Maria dei Greci |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Polla
What is the population of Polla?
Polla has a population of 5,182 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 255 people per square mile, spread across 20.3 square miles.
Is Polla expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,792, 76% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Polla?
Polla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Polla?
The job market in Polla faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 389 business establishments in the area.