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Pyrgíon, Greece

North Aegean · Greece

Pyrgíon is a small town in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 755. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

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C+ Fair
755 Population 1/sq mi density
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$14,904 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,904 median income

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About Pyrgíon

Pyrgíon

Pyrgi is a village on the Greek island of Chios, known as the "painted village" on account of the decoration of the houses. This mostly consists of black and white decorative motifs in different shapes. Pyrgi is one of the biggest villages in Chios, located in the south part of the island, 25 km south of the island's capital. It is the traditional seat of the Mastic Villages, a group of villages where the residents engage with mastic agriculture. These villages have been added in representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of UNESCO. The population of Pyrgi is 1,063 inhabitants according to the 2021 census.

People

Population755
Density1/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$14,904

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Population755
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates38.2263°, 25.9999°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceNorth Aegean
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (539 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$14,904

About Pyrgíon

Pyrgíon is a small town in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 755. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Pyrgíon is $14,904, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 44 business establishments.

Income: Pyrgíon vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$14,904
80% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pyrgíon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above Greece avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area1,023.0 sq mi (2,649.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates38.2263°N, 25.9999°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.2"
44% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.37"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,521 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 23, 2025.

Jun 12, 2017 5 km S of Plomári, Greece M6.3 84 km
Nov 6, 1992 14 km ESE of Seferihisar, Turkey M6.1 88 km
Nov 14, 1997 36 km SSW of Eresós, Greece M6.0 73 km
Apr 10, 2003 10 km ENE of Seferihisar, Turkey M5.8 84 km
Jun 10, 2001 6 km NE of Psará, Greece M5.6 52 km
May 24, 1994 4 km NE of Karaburun, Turkey M5.5 68 km
Aug 31, 2022 14 km NW of Megálo Chorió, Greece M5.4 106 km
Jan 28, 1994 7 km SW of Saruhanl?, Turkey M5.4 140 km
Apr 2, 1996 8 km N of Samos, Greece M5.4 98 km
Feb 7, 2017 18 km NNW of Míthymna, Greece M5.3 145 km
Apr 17, 2003 14 km ESE of Seferihisar, Turkey M5.2 88 km
Feb 1, 2021 11 km SW of Polichnítos, Greece M5.2 89 km
Feb 6, 2017 23 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.2 150 km
Jun 17, 2017 10 km SSE of Plomári, Greece M5.2 82 km
Jan 27, 2024 4 km S of Özdere, Turkey M5.1 102 km
Jun 20, 2009 4 km SW of Chóra, Greece M5.1 97 km
Jan 21, 2025 4 km SW of Behram, Turkey M5.0 140 km
May 24, 1994 16 km NNE of Karaburun, Turkey M5.0 80 km
Aug 14, 2022 3 km SE of Özdere, Turkey M5.0 104 km
Feb 1, 2021 17 km SW of Polichnítos, Greece M4.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.3 m (17 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5.3 m 118 78 km
1949 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 7 69 km
2017 LESBOS Earthquake 0.2 m 1 84 km
1867 LESBOS Earthquake 563 114 km
1856 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 37 km
1668 SMYRNA, W. TURKEY Earthquake 98 km
1389 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 2 33 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
August 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
December 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Pyrgíon has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 48°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Pyrgíon

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Electronica Vibes - Pirate Radio GR deep progressive house, focus trance MP3 192 kbps
Σήμαντρο 93.1 orthodox christian MP3 128 kbps
Chios info, music MP3 128 kbps
Παλμός 94.1 MP3 256 kbps
Αλήθεια 95.7 greek music, news talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Χρώμα 91.9 ballads, greek MP3 128 kbps
Limnos 100 greek, news MP3 128 kbps
Λήμνος 97,9 greek music, news talk AAC+ 104 kbps
Mastixa 107.7 greek pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Pyrgíon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Chios
Byzantine Museum
Chios Maritime Museum
Folklore Museum of Kallimasia
Korais Library
Ottoman Baths (Hammam)
Perivoli Citrus Museum
The Chios Mastic Museum
Δημοτική Πινακοθήκη Χιου
Μαστιχώνας (μουσείου μαστίχας)

Libraries in Pyrgíon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Korais Library0.0

Hotels in Pyrgíon

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emporios Bay
Lida Mary

Cafes in Pyrgíon

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Κανέλλος
Κάτω Πόρτα
Καφενείον της Καλλής
ΚΡΟΝΟΣ
ΜΑΝΟΥΛΑ
Πλατεία Καφέ
Στοα
Το μικρό
Το σιωραι

Castles in Pyrgíon

17 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castle of Lepides
Castle of Lepides
Dotia Tower
Mesta
Tower of Olymboi
Tower of Pyrgi
Vigla at Nepagos
Vigla at Prionas
Vigla of Agios Nikitas
Vigla of Avlonia
Vigla of Chrysolio
Vigla of Didymes
Vigla of Emporio
Vigla of Livadi
Vigla of Merikounda
Vigla of Petasos
Vigla of Vroulidia

Clinics in Pyrgíon

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GR #3104305343

Gas Stations in Pyrgíon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ΑΡΓΩ

Banks in Pyrgíon

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Η τράπεζα

Breweries in Pyrgíon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Chios Beer - Ζυθοποιία Χίου

Airports Near Pyrgíon

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chios Island National AirportJKHMedium Airport
Alaçatı AirportSmall Airport
Ikaria AirportJIKSmall Airport
Olimpoi AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pyrgíon

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Agios Antonios
Agios Georgios Monastery
Αγία Δύναμη
Αγία Δύναμη
Αγία Παρασκευή
Αγία Παρασκευή και Άγιος Ταξιάρχης
Αγία Παρασκευή και Άγιος Ταξιάρχης
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Ζωοδόχος Πηγή
Ιερά Μονή Παναγιάς Ελάτα
Ιερός Ναός Αγίων Αποστόλων Πυργίου
Οι Άγιοι Γεώργιος και Δημήτριος
Ταξιάρχες

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
110 m (361 ft)
Postal Code
821 02

🇬🇷 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 Pyrgíon

What is the population of Pyrgíon?

Pyrgíon has a population of 755 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,023.0 square miles.

Is Pyrgíon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,904, 80% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Pyrgíon?

Pyrgíon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches.

How is the job market in Pyrgíon?

There are 44 business establishments in the area.

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