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Samarína, Greece

West Macedonia · 🇬🇷 Greece

Samarína is a small town in West Macedonia, Greece with a population of 839. Elevation: 4,721 ft (1,439 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
839 Population
4,721 ft Elevation 1,439 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
34.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
137% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

People

Population839
Median Age45.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,344
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.6%

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.6%
Depression5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI57 (Moderate)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation4,721 ft (1,439 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+93.9%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%
Population839
Elevation4,721 ft (1,439 m)
Coordinates40.1046°, 21.0186°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceWest Macedonia
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (884 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (16 cm)
Median Age45.5 years

Is Samarína a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samarína receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Samarína offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Samarína experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Samarína has a population of 839. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

839
Total Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Samarína vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Samarína vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samarína is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Samarína vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,344

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
137% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living55.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Samarína, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% are current smokers. 5.8% report depression. 84.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Samarína vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking7.0%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression5.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Samarína has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median57.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %80.9%

Geography

Elevation4,721 ft (1,439 m)
Coordinates40.1046°N, 21.0186°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+93.9%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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