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Bălcești, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Bălcești is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 1,014. Elevation: 1,122 ft (342 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

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C+ Fair
1,014 Population 12/sq mi density
1,122 ft Elevation 342 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.2 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 Bălcești

Bălcești

Bălcești is a town located in Vâlcea County, Romania. The town administers eight villages: Benești, Cârlogani, Gorunești, Chirculești, Irimești, Otetelișu, Preoțești, and Satu Poieni. It is situated in the historical region of Oltenia, at the south-western limit of the county, bordering on the Dolj and Olt counties.

People

Population1,014
Density12/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Population1,014
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Coordinates45.1052°, 23.6329°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.2 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Bălcești

Bălcești is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 1,014. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bălcești is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Bălcești vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bălcești experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 272 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Area86.4 sq mi (223.6 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates45.1052°N, 23.6329°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 34 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 99 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 35 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 38 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 150 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 82 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 11 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 44 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 40 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 140 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 108 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 30 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 79 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 98 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 99 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 112 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 49 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 46 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 114 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.5 in
March 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Bălcești has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Bălcești

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală Bălcești
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Radio Stations near Bălcești

3 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
Radio Crasna latino, manele MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bălcești

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House
Colecția Muzeală de arte
Ethnographic Collection
Lainici Monastery Museum Collection
Muzeul Civilizației Montane
Sacelu Museum Collection
Village Museum

Libraries in Bălcești

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librărie0.0

Ski Resorts Near Bălcești

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bălcești

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bălcești

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
339 m (1,112 ft)
Founded
1480
Postal Code
217410

🇷🇴 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 Bălcești

What is the population of Bălcești?

Bălcești has a population of 1,014 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 86.4 square miles.

Is Bălcești 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 Bălcești?

Bălcești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bălcești?

There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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