Population growth trend continues in Rodopi

According to data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT), Rodopi province has experienced a second consecutive year of population growth. As of January 1, 2024, the population of Rodopi increased by 746 people, reaching a total of 105,694. Additionally, population growth was observed across other regions of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, with the exception of Kavala-Thasos.
The population of the entire region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace was recorded as 561,834 on January 1, 2024. Drama province had the highest increase, with its population rising by 1,382 people, or 1.61%. Meriç and Rodopi provinces saw increases of 0.71% each.
Overall, while there was a national decline in population, Eastern Macedonia and Thrace stood out as the only region to show growth.