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Bala, Romania
Mehedinți County · Romania
Bala is a small town in Mehedinți County, Romania with a population of 4,580. Elevation: 761 ft (232 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bala
Bala is a commune located in Mehedinți County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of fifteen villages: Bala, Bala de Sus, Brateșul, Brativoești, Câmpu Mare, Cârșu, Comănești, Crainici, Dâlma, Iupca, Molani, Rudina, Runcușoru, Sărdănești and Vidimirești. It is situated in the historical region of Oltenia.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 4,580 |
| Population Density | 89 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.8839°, 22.8333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Mehedinți County |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (893 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.9 inches (30 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $12,528 |
About Bala
Bala is a small town in Romania (Mehedinți County) with a population of 4,580. The city sits at an elevation of 761 feet (232 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Bala vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $12,528 |
| 83% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 137 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Area | 51.8 sq mi (134.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 89/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8839°N, 22.8333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Bala has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.6").
Radio Stations near Bala
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95.7 BIG FM (US) | oldies | AAC | |
| Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM | local, local news | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in Bala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Gheorghe Ionescu-Șișești" Museum | ||||
| "Tudor Vladimirescu" Fortified Manor House (Cula) | ||||
| Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși | ||||
| Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House | ||||
| Museul costumului popular gorjenesc |
Libraries in Bala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipală Motru | 0.0 | |||||
| Centru Cultural Godeanu | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazarul Dunărea | |||||
| Piata Centrala Motru | |||||
| Piața Crihala | |||||
| Piața Meva |
Monuments in Bala
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bala
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straja Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Muntele Mic | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Parâng | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Bala
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caransebeş Airport | CSB | Medium Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bala
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Ortodoxă Bala | |
| Sfântul Nicolae |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bala
What is the population of Bala?
Bala has a population of 4,580 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 51.8 square miles.
Is Bala expensive to live in?
The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Bala?
Bala has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bala?
There are 137 business establishments in the area.