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Samothráki, Greece

East Macedonia and Thrace · 🇬🇷 Greece

Samothráki is a small town in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece with a population of 719. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
719 Population
902 ft Elevation 275 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
25.4 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

Population719
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI57 (Moderate)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%
Population719
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates40.4733°, 25.5222°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceEast Macedonia and Thrace
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age45.5 years

Is Samothráki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Samothráki 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. Samothráki 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

Samothráki experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Samothráki has a population of 719. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

719
Total Population
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Samothráki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Samothráki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Samothráki 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: Samothráki 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 Samothráki, 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: Samothráki 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

Samothráki has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 57.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median57.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %80.9%

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates40.4733°N, 25.5222°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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