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Amara, Romania

Buzău County · Romania

Amara is a small town in Buzău County, Romania with a population of 1,733. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,733 Population 50/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
19.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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People

Population1,733
Density50/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population1,733
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates45.2487°, 27.2924°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBuzău County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation19.3 inches (491 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Amara

Amara is a small town in Romania (Buzău County) with a population of 1,733. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Amara is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: Amara vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Amara experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below Romania avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area34.9 sq mi (90.4 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates45.2487°N, 27.2924°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.3"
49% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.76"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

441 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 82 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 75 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 75 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 90 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 75 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 71 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 78 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 70 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 68 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 84 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 82 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 87 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 87 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 78 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 70 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 69 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 73 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 75 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 59 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in

Amara has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Amara

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Gimnazială Amara
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Radio Stations near Amara

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Focus FM regional AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Pro Manele manele, manele si petrecere MP3 128 kbps
Work From Home radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Amara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Fanus Neagu" Memorial House
Archimandrite Dometie Manolache Memorial House
Ianca Museum
Palatul Lupescu
Râmnicu Sărat City Museum

Libraries in Amara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotecă0.0
Biblioteca Municipală „Corneliu Coposu”0.0

Farmers Markets in Amara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agrisem
Magazin Iulverscom 94 SRL
Magazin Mixt - Genoa Degen
Magazin Mixt - La Mecom Junior SRL
Market - Com Deny 2005 SRL
Minimarket - Produse Alimentare și de uz caznic
Piața

Train Stations in Amara

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ghergheasa

Stadiums & Teams in Amara

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Airports Near Amara

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Boboc Air BaseMedium Airport
Aerial Club VădeniSmall Airport
Alexeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Aripi Ramnicene AirstripSmall Airport
BM Paramotoring and Paragliding FieldSmall Airport
Ianca AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amara

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Sfântul Mucenic Dimitrie – Izvorâtorul de Mir"
Biserica „Sfinții Apostoli Petru și Pavel"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 About Romania

Capital Bucharest
Population 19,473,936
Area 237,500 km²
GDP (USD) $347,757,995,759
GDP per capita $18,244
HDI 0.827
Life expectancy 76.6 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 52.2%
Currency RON (Leu)
Languages Romanian
Calling code +40
TLD .ro
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Romania

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Anul Nou
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Anul Nou
Jan 6 Epiphany Bobotează
Jan 7 Saint John the Baptist Sfântul Ion
Jan 24 Union Day/Small Union Unirea Principatelor Române/Mica Unire
Apr 10 Good Friday Vinerea mare
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Paștele
Apr 13 Easter Monday Paștele
May 1 Labour Day Ziua Muncii
May 31 Pentecost Rusaliile
Jun 1 Children's Day Ziua Copilului
Jun 1 Whit Monday Rusaliile
Aug 15 Dormition of the Theotokos Adormirea Maicii Domnului/Sfânta Maria Mare
Nov 30 St. Andrew's Day Sfântul Andrei
Dec 1 National Day/Great Union Ziua Națională/Marea Unire
Dec 25 Christmas Day Crăciunul
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Crăciunul

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amara

What is the population of Amara?

Amara has a population of 1,733 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 34.9 square miles.

Is Amara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Amara?

Amara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Amara?

There are 52 business establishments in the area.

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