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Chios
City in East Attica, Greece
Overview
Chios is a captivating Greek island city known for its medieval villages, rich mastic culture, and blend of Byzantine, Genoese, and Ottoman heritage. Old stone mansions, scenic citrus groves, and lively harbor life create a unique Mediterranean charm. Whether you're interested in history, beaches, or gastronomy, Chios offers an authentic local experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Greece
Regional Unit
East Attica
Population
27,015
Time Zone
Europe/Athens
Coordinates
38.37°, 26.09°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$1,390
Local Cost
$860
Local Income
$870
Cashless
72
English
60
Temperature
18.0°C
Summer Avg
25.2°C
Winter Avg
11.5°C
Record High
35.4°C
Record Low
-1.0°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
623 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JKH
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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