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Samos, Greece
North Aegean · Greece
Samos is a small town in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 1,885. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samos
Samos is a Greek island in the eastern Aegean Sea, south of Chios, north of Patmos and the Dodecanese archipelago, and off the coast of western Turkey, from which it is separated by the 1.6-kilometre-wide (1.0 mi) Mycale Strait. It is also a separate regional unit of the North Aegean region.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,885 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.7543°, 26.9770° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | North Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.8 inches (705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,904 |
About Samos
Samos is a small town in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 1,885. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Samos vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,904 |
| 80% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 109 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Samos
Samos has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 689 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 44.8 sq mi (116.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7543°N, 26.9770°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 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 | 23 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 116 km |
| 2017 | GULF OF GÖKOVA | Earthquake | 1.9 m | 2 | 100 km |
| 1968 | ISLAND OF KOS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 137 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 141 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 105 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | - | - | 73 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 2 | 93 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 97 km |
| 554 | ISLAND OF KOS | Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 131 km |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
Samos has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Samos
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ο Πειραματικό Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σάμου | - | - | - | - |
| 3ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σάμου | - | - | - | - |
| 1ο και 2ο Γυμνάσιο Σάμου | - | - | - | - |
| Πρώτο Δημοτικό Σχολείο | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Samos
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ράδιο Σάμος 102 | greek music, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Αρμονία 103.2 | greek music, local news | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Θάλασσα και Παράδοση | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Anemos 95.6 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Samos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Vathy | ||||
| Dilek Peninsula National Park | ||||
| Natural History Museum of the Aegean | ||||
| Paschaleio Archaeoplakion | ||||
| Samos Wine Museum | ||||
| Tower Lycurgus Logothetis Museum |
Libraries in Samos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Hotels in Samos
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Samos
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Samos
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Samos
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Samos
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samos
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Samos
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Samos
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Samos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Samos
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adnan Menderes International Airport | ADB | Large Airport |
| Milas Bodrum International Airport | BJV | Large Airport |
| Samos Airport | SMI | Medium Airport |
| Alaçatı Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bodrum-Imsık Airport | BXN | Small Airport |
| Gaziemir Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Ikaria Airport | JIK | Small Airport |
| Leros Airport | LRS | Small Airport |
| Selçuk Efes Airport | IZM | Small Airport |
| Yıldızlar Sportif Havaalanı | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Samos
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Samos Central Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samos
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agios Haralambos | |
| Agios Nektarios | |
| Agios Nikolaos | |
| Agios Raphael & Agia Faneromeni | |
| Agios Spyridonas | |
| Kapelle | |
| Kapelle | |
| Prof. Ilias | |
| Saint Theodore | |
| Taxiarchis Michail | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος | |
| Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος | |
| Άγιος Παντελεήμονας | |
| Άγιος Χαράλαμπος | |
| Μεταστάσεως της Θεοτοκου |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Samos
What is the population of Samos?
Samos has a population of 1,885 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles.
Is Samos 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 Samos?
Samos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches.
How is the job market in Samos?
There are 109 business establishments in the area.