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Balş, Romania
Olt · Romania
Balş is a small city in Olt, Romania with a population of 20,626. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balş
Balș is a town in Olt County, Oltenia, Romania. The town administers three villages: Corbeni, Româna, and Teiș.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 20,626 |
| Population Density | 915 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.3500°, 24.1000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Olt |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (693 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.1 inches (28 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Balş
Balş is a small city in Romania (Olt) with a population of 20,626. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet (133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Balş vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 619 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Balş
Balş has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 635 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 22.6 sq mi (58.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 915/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3500°N, 24.1000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
Balş has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.3").
Schools in Balş
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clubul Copiilor Balș | - | - | - | - |
| Colegiul Tehnologic nr.1 "Nicolae Bălcescu" | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic "Petre Pandrea" | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Gimnazială Nr 1 Balș | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Gimnazială "Mihail Drumeș" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balş
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMF Craiova - Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie | music, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Marionet Online Radio | classic rock, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Badita Popular | folk, manele | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sud Radio -Craiova 97.4 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 | |
| Sound Four You -Craiova 128.0 DAB | 80's, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sud Craiova 97,4 FM | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Balş
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Iancu Jianu" Memorial House | ||||
| Brancoveni Monastery Museum | ||||
| Colecția de Arheologie și Etnografie | ||||
| Museum of Romanati | ||||
| Museum of Romanati. Fine Arts Department | ||||
| Olt County Museum. Folk Pottery Department in Bals |
Libraries in Balş
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Leu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Orășenească Petre Pandrea | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balş
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară Balș | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Caracal | |||||
| Piata Imaia |
Hotels in Balş
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balş
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Balş
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Balş
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balş
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balş
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balş
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Selanovtsi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Balş
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiu Poștal nr. 1 Balș |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balş
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserică | |
| Biserica Creștina Baptistă Sf. Treime | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă | |
| Biserica Sf. Apostoli Petru și Pavel | |
| Biserica Sf. Dumitru din Balș | |
| Sala Regatului Martorii lui Iehova |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balş
What is the population of Balş?
Balş has a population of 20,626 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 915 people per square mile, spread across 22.6 square miles.
Is Balş 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 Balş?
Balş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Balş?
There are 619 business establishments in the area.