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Bălănești, Romania

Olt · Romania

Bălănești is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 1,588. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,588 Population 35/sq mi density
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Bălănești

Mărunței – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Aluta, w gminie Mărunței. W 2011 roku liczyła 2593 mieszkańców.

People

Population1,588
Density35/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Population1,588
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates44.2497°, 24.4822°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Bălănești

Bălănești is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 1,588. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bălănești is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Bălănești vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bălănești enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 284 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area45.8 sq mi (118.5 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates44.2497°N, 24.4822°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below Romania avg
Snowfall 8.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.76"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 139 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 142 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 139 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 148 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 144 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 114 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 142 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 134 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 138 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 112 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 49 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 143 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 145 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 138 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 109 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 126 km
Jun 27, 2008 5 km NE of Tele?ti, Romania M3.3 137 km
Jun 19, 2003 2 km ENE of Godine?ti, Romania M3.3 144 km
Jan 11, 2008 3 km SE of ?elaru, Romania M3.2 71 km
Sep 3, 1993 15 km W of Suhindol, Bulgaria M3.1 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.4 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in Driest
October 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Bălănești has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 33°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and September the driest (1.3").

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Museums in Bălănești

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Iancu Jianu" Memorial House
Boian Plain Museum
Boianu Ethnographic Museum Complex
Brancoveni Monastery Museum
Centrul Militar Slatina
Cetatea Geto Dacică
Clocociov Monastery Museum
Colecția de Arheologie și Etnografie
Documentary Exhibition "Military Priests of the Olt County"
Museum
Museum of Romanati
Museum of Romanati. Fine Arts Department
Olt County Museum
Punct Muzeal
Sprancenata Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Bălănești

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Ion Minulescu”0.0
Librăria Nicolae Titulescu0.0

Farmers Markets in Bălănești

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața
Piața agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Caracal
Piața Frații Buzești
PIATA ZAHANA
Târg săptămânal Traian

Stadiums & Teams in Bălănești

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bălănești

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Knezha AirstripSmall Airport
Selanovtsi AirfieldSmall Airport
Slavovitsa AirstripSmall Airport
StaroseltsiSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport
Vabel AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bălănești

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Bălănești - “Sf. Împărați Constantin și Elena”
Biserica Malu Roșu - Sf. Apostol Andrei

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
90 m (295 ft)
Founded
1831
Postal Code
237250

🇷🇴 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 Bălănești

What is the population of Bălănești?

Bălănești has a population of 1,588 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 45.8 square miles.

Is Bălănești expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Bălănești?

Bălănești enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bălănești?

There are 48 business establishments in the area.

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