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Pýrgos, Greece
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Pýrgos is a small city in West Greece, Greece with a population of 22,399. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Pýrgos
Pyrgos is a city in the northwestern Peloponnese, Greece, the capital of the regional unit of Elis and the seat of the Municipality of Pyrgos. The city is located in the middle of a plain, 4 kilometres from the Ionian Sea. The river Alfeios flows into sea about 7 km (4 mi) south of Pyrgos. The population of the town Pyrgos is 26,052, and of the municipality 45,365 (2021). Pyrgos is 16 km (10 mi) west of Olympia, 16 km (10 mi) southeast of Amaliada, 70 km (43 mi) southwest of Patras and 85 km (53 mi) west of Tripoli.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 22,399 |
| Population Density | 339 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6751°, 21.4410° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | West Greece |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (786 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,280 |
About Pýrgos
Pýrgos is a small city in Greece (West Greece) with a population of 22,399. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 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 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Pýrgos vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,280 |
| 77% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,299 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Pýrgos
Pýrgos has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.1°C), the coldest is Jan (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 729 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 66.0 sq mi (170.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 339/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6751°N, 21.4410°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 87 km |
| 1817 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 90 km |
| 1965 | NORTH CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 2 | 125 km |
| 1861 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.1 m | — | 89 km |
| 2008 | SW. CORINTH GULF | Unknown | 2.0 m | — | 89 km |
| 1996 | W. CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 95 km |
| 2018 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 80 km |
| 1995 | GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 26 | 109 km |
| 1981 | ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 22 | 144 km |
| 1953 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 88 km |
| 1948 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 7 | 130 km |
| 1947 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 3 | 105 km |
| 1899 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 55 km |
| 1928 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 20 | 142 km |
| 1898 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 40 km |
| 2015 | IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 133 km |
| 2018 | ISLAND OF ZAKYNTHOS | Meteorological | — | — | 75 km |
| 1992 | CORINTH GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
| 1984 | CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 92 km |
| 1983 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (167 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in |
Pýrgos has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 48°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Pýrgos
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Educational Institution Of Pyrgos | University | — | — |
| Δημοσιο ΙΕΚ - ΟΑΕΔ Πυργου | College | — | — |
Schools in Pýrgos
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο | — | — | — | — |
| 5ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Πύργου | — | — | — | — |
| 1ο Δημοτικο Σχολειο Πυργου | — | — | — | — |
| 1ο Γυμνάσιο Πύργου | — | — | — | — |
| 1ο Δημοτικο Σχολειο Πυργου | — | — | — | — |
| 6ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο | — | — | — | — |
| 2ο Δημοτικο Σχολειο Πυργου | — | — | — | — |
| 4ο Λύκειο Πύργου | — | — | — | — |
| 10ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Πύργου | — | — | — | — |
| 2ο Γυμνασιο-Λυκειο Πυργου | — | — | — | — |
| 3ο Δημοτικό - 4ο Γυμνάσιο | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pýrgos
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio A13 | greek folk music, greek traditional | MP3 | |
| Greca 99.4 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Λαϊκός 107.1 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Energy 94.2 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Greca Fm 99,4 | pop, top 40 | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Pýrgos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Otto Szymiczek" Conference Center, 110 seats - The Historical Archive of ATHENS 2004 | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Elis | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Olympia | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Pyrgos | ||||
| Archaeological Collection | ||||
| Archimedes' Museum | ||||
| Museum of Ancient Greek Technology | ||||
| Museum of the History of the Exacavations in Olympia | ||||
| Museum of the History of the Olympic Games in Antiquity | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Λαμπετίου |
Libraries in Pýrgos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Πύργου | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pýrgos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea Market | |||||
| Local market (Mondays) |
Hotels in Pýrgos
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pýrgos
29 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Pýrgos
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Pýrgos
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Pýrgos
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Pýrgos
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pýrgos
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pýrgos
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pýrgos
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pýrgos
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pýrgos
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andravida Air Base | PYR | Medium Airport |
| Kalamata Airport | KLX | Medium Airport |
| Patras Araxos Agamemnon Airport | GPA | Medium Airport |
| Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos | ZTH | Medium Airport |
| Epitalion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Missolonghi Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Triodos Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pýrgos
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Speedex | |
| SPEEDEX -ΠΥΡΓΟΣ | |
| ΕΛΤΑ Πύργου |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pýrgos
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Site of Olympia |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pýrgos
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghios Panteleimon | |
| Saint Nikolaos | |
| St John - Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Αγια Βαρβαρα | |
| Αγία Κυριακή | |
| Αγια Τριαδα | |
| Αγιοι Παντες | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Αγιος Διονυσιος | |
| Άγιος Σπυρίδωνας | |
| Άγιος Χαράλαμπος | |
| Ενοριακό Παρεκκλήσιο Αγίου Ιούδα Θαδδαίου | |
| Μητροπολη Ηλειας | |
| Ναός Ζωοδόχου Πηγής |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pýrgos
Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pýrgos
What is the population of Pýrgos?
Pýrgos has a population of 22,399 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 339 people per square mile, spread across 66.0 square miles.
Is Pýrgos expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,280, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Pýrgos?
Pýrgos 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 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.
How is the job market in Pýrgos?
There are 1,299 business establishments in the area.