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Bălănești, Romania

Neamț County · Romania

Bălănești is a small town in Neamț County, Romania with a population of 564. Elevation: 1,024 ft (312 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
564 Population 24/sq mi density
1,024 ft Elevation 312 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,336 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,336 median income

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About Bălănești

Bălănești

Ștefan cel Mare – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Neamț, w gminie Ștefan cel Mare. W 2011 roku liczyła 1599 mieszkańców.

People

Population564
Density24/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,336

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Population564
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Coordinates46.9483°, 26.6374°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceNeamț County
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (589 mm)
Annual Snowfall33.7 inches (86 cm)
Median Household Income$15,336

About Bălănești

Bălănești is a small town in Romania (Neamț County) with a population of 564. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet (312 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bălănești is $15,336, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Bălănești vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,336
80% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bălănești experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 266 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 33.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Romania avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area23.1 sq mi (59.8 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates46.9483°N, 26.6374°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Romania avg
Snowfall 33.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

245 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 M7.0 123 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 127 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 136 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 134 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 139 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 141 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 141 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 142 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 134 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 144 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 137 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 136 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 146 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 147 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 133 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 134 km
Jan 31, 1991 5 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 141 km
Sep 27, 2004 17 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 140 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 128 km
Mar 31, 1992 10 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.7 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in

Bălănești has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 30°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Bălănești

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Itrinești
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Radio Stations near Bălănești

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jurnal FM adult contemporany, cultural MP3 128 kbps
Retro Radio 97.7 FM (US) classic hits, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Moinesti FM dance, pop MP3 192 kbps
Terra FM dance, edm AAC

Museums in Bălănești

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"I.I. Mironescu" Memorial House
"Ion Borcea" Memorial Museum
"Niculai Popa" Museum
"Vasile Alecsandri" Museum
Biserica Roznov
Casa Memorială „Ion Borcea“
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnography Museum
History Museum
Muzeul Etno-folcloric Nicolae Popa
Village Museum

Libraries in Bălănești

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Biblioteca comunală0.0
Biblioteca Comunală "Vasile Pârloagă"0.0
Biblioteca Trifești0.0

Farmers Markets in Bălănești

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața En Gros

Ski Resorts Near Bălănești

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
SkiGyimes 0.0 $0
pistă ski 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bălănești

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International AirportSCVLarge Airport
Aerodromul GirovSmall Airport
Dumbrava Roșie AirfieldSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sânsimion AirfieldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Timișești AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport
Zanesti AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
369 m (1,211 ft)
Founded
1495
Postal Code
617435

🇷🇴 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 564 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 23.1 square miles.

Is Bălănești expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,336, 80% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Bălănești?

Bălănești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches, with 33.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bălănești?

There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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