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Sofikón, Greece

Peloponnese · Greece

Sofikón is a small town in Peloponnese, Greece with a population of 1,679. Elevation: 1,411 ft (430 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,679 Population 44/sq mi density
1,411 ft Elevation 430 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$20,196 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,196 median income

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About Sofikón

Sofikón

Sofiko ist ein Dorf und ein Stadtbezirk in der Gemeinde Korinth in Griechenland. Sofiko liegt in einem Tal im südöstlichen Teil der Korinthia. Zu dem Stadtbezirk Sofiko gehören das etwa 2 km östlich gelegene Agios Vlassis, das Kloster Agia Marina, die beiden 8 km nordöstlich gelegenen Küstenorte Pefkali und Frangolimano und der etwa 10 km östlich gelegene Küstenort Kiourkati.

People

Population1,679
Density44/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,196

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Population1,679
Population Density44 / sq mi
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Coordinates37.7941°, 23.0520°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvincePeloponnese
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (590 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,196

About Sofikón

Sofikón is a small town in Greece (Peloponnese) with a population of 1,679. The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet (430 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Sofikón is $20,196, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 97 business establishments.

Income: Sofikón vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$20,196
73% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)97

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sofikón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above Greece avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Area37.9 sq mi (98.0 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates37.7941°N, 23.0520°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5,619 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 95 km
Jun 8, 2008 15 km ESE of Várda, Greece M6.4 135 km
Jan 6, 2008 15 km WNW of Leonídio, Greece M6.2 72 km
Sep 7, 1999 5 km WNW of Fylí, Greece M6.0 61 km
Nov 18, 1992 10 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.9 78 km
Aug 29, 2014 59 km E of Géfyra, Greece M5.8 136 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 99 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 98 km
Apr 4, 2014 36 km ESE of Ýdra, Greece M5.6 92 km
Jul 14, 1993 2 km SE of Pátra, Greece M5.6 123 km
Mar 1, 2004 6 km ESE of Arfará, Greece M5.6 110 km
Sep 16, 2001 6 km SE of Kopanáki, Greece M5.5 121 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km E of Náfpaktos, Greece M5.5 117 km
Feb 17, 2021 11 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.5 113 km
Jan 22, 2010 14 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.4 113 km
Mar 26, 1993 10 km WSW of Epitálio, Greece M5.4 148 km
Jun 15, 1995 3 km E of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.4 86 km
Sep 16, 2013 9 km NNW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 105 km
Feb 15, 2016 14 km E of Kréstena, Greece M5.3 115 km
Aug 7, 2013 9 km NW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 2 107 km
1817 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 5.0 m - 101 km
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 79 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m - 101 km
1861 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 2.1 m - 87 km
2008 SW. CORINTH GULF Unknown 2.0 m - 87 km
1996 W. CORINTH GULF Meteorological 2.0 m - 106 km
1981 GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.3 m - 51 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 95 km
1981 ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.0 m 22 49 km
1947 PELOPONNESUS, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 3 149 km
1899 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 1.0 m - 130 km
1928 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 0.6 m 20 23 km
1992 CORINTH GULF Earthquake - - 75 km
1984 CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake - - 100 km
1926 ARGOLIKOS GULF Earthquake - - 146 km
1888 GULF OF CORINTH Eruption + Earthquake - - 95 km
1886 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - 326 142 km
1862 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 87 km
1853 CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) Earthquake - 17 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Methana (32 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 32 km
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Sofikón has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Sofikón

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sport FM 94.6 greek, sport MP3 128 kbps
Αντένα Αίγινα - MP3 320 kbps
Radiobird jazz, rock MP3
ERT Tripoli - MP3 128 kbps
Επικοινωνία 89.1 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Loutraki 87.5 greek music MP3 128 kbps
Cool 92.9 (US) - MP3 96 kbps
Cool 90.7 80s, house MP3 192 kbps
Cool 106.8 pop MP3 128 kbps
Diva Fm 106.1 - Greece - MP3 320 kbps
Ερμιονίδα greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Diva 91.6 dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Sport 96.3 music, sports news MP3
Diva 106.1 greek, mainstream MP3 320 kbps
Radio Dee Jay pop MP3 192 kbps
My Radio 89.6 mainstream, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Sofikón

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancient Korinthos museum
Archaelogical Museum of Epidavros
Archaeological Museum of Isthmia
Childhood Museum "Stathmos"
Folklore Museum
Katagogion
Kotsiomitis Museum of Natural History
National Gallery
Skironio Museum Polychronopoulos

Libraries in Sofikón

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Σχολική βιβλιοθηκη Εσπερινού ΕπαΛ Κορίνθου0.0

Farmers Markets in Sofikón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Street market

Hotels in Sofikón

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Celana
Lavender Cove

Cafes in Sofikón

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bauhaus

Theatres in Sofikón

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Theater Solygeia
ανοιχτό θέατρο

Castles in Sofikón

3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aggelocastro of Corinth
Castle of Sophiko
Larisi castle

Gas Stations in Sofikón

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AEGEAN
AVIN

Stadiums & Teams in Sofikón

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Ski Resorts Near Sofikón

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ziria Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Sofikón

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elefsis Air Base-Medium Airport
Tanagra Air Base-Medium Airport
Dounis Airfield-Small Airport
Hellenic Sport Aviation Airstrip-Small Airport
Kopaida Dimitra Airfield-Small Airport
Lechaio Airfield-Small Airport
Megara Air Base-Small Airport
Perneri Airfield-Small Airport
Tatoi Airport-Small Airport
Tripolis Air Base-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Sofikón

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ΚΕΦΙΑΠ Αργολίδας

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sofikón

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Monastery of Agia Marini
Άγιος Αθανάσιος
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Άγιος Δημήτριος
Άγιος Ιωάννης
Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Κοιμήσεως Θεοτόκου
Παναγία "Η Ωραία"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
419 m (1,375 ft)
Postal Code
20004

🇬🇷 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 Sofikón

What is the population of Sofikón?

Sofikón has a population of 1,679 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 37.9 square miles.

Is Sofikón expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,196, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Sofikón?

Sofikón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

How is the job market in Sofikón?

There are 97 business establishments in the area.

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