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Balcani, Romania

Bacău County · Romania

Balcani is a small city in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 7,958. Elevation: 1,417 ft (432 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,958 Population 174/sq mi density
1,417 ft Elevation 432 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
24.3 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 Balcani

Balcani

Balcani is a commune in Bacău County, Western Moldavia, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Balcani, Frumoasa, Ludași, and Schitu Frumoasa.

People

Population7,958
Density174/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Population7,958
Population Density174 / sq mi
Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Coordinates46.6333°, 26.5500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (618 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.7 inches (91 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Balcani

Balcani is a small city in Romania (Bacău County) with a population of 7,958. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet (432 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Balcani is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 239 business establishments.

Income: Balcani vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)239

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Balcani experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 35.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below Romania avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Area45.8 sq mi (118.6 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates46.6333°N, 26.5500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Romania avg
Snowfall 35.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.50"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

414 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 89 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 93 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 101 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 133 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 99 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 104 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 109 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 99 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 115 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 107 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 106 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 106 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 121 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 103 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 101 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 113 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 111 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 108 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 118 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Balcani has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 29°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Balcani

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Gimnazială NR. 1 Balcani
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Radio Stations near Balcani

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 Balcani

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Dimitrie N. Ghika Comanesti" Ethnography and Contemporary Art Museum
"I.I. Mironescu" Memorial House
"Ion Borcea" Memorial Museum
"Rosetti Tescanu - George Enescu" Memorial House
"Vasile Catana" Sculpture Collection
Biserica Roznov
Casa Memorială „Ion Borcea“
History Museum
Village Museum

Libraries in Balcani

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotecă Comănești0.0
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Biblioteca Comunală "Vasile Pârloagă"0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Balcani0.0
Biblioteca Municipală0.0

Farmers Markets in Balcani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Denisa
Mocanasu
Piața Asău
Piața Franciselor
Piața Găzărie
Piața Ilie Verdeț
Piața Moinești

Ski Resorts Near Balcani

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 Balcani

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Aerodromul GirovSmall Airport
Dumbrava Roșie AirfieldSmall Airport
Fazi AirstripSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sânsimion AirfieldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Timișești AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport
Zanesti AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Balcani

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poșta Română

Churches & Religious Organizations in Balcani

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
385 m (1,263 ft)
Postal Code
607031

🇷🇴 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 Balcani

What is the population of Balcani?

Balcani has a population of 7,958 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 45.8 square miles.

Is Balcani 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 Balcani?

Balcani has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 35.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Balcani?

There are 239 business establishments in the area.

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