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Bâlta, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Bâlta is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 1,265. Elevation: 1,089 ft (332 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,265 Population 13/sq mi density
1,089 ft Elevation 332 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
35.2 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 Bâlta

Hobița ist ein Dorf im Kreis Gorj in der Kleinen Walachei in Rumänien. Der Ort ist Teil der Gemeinde Peștișani.

People

Population1,265
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Population1,265
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Coordinates45.1179°, 23.1022°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.9 inches (30 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Bâlta

Bâlta is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 1,265. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet (332 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bâlta is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Bâlta vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bâlta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 268 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,089 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area101.0 sq mi (261.5 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates45.1179°N, 23.1022°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 60 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 8 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 7 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 7 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 124 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 58 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 148 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 5 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 148 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 36 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 125 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 4 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 148 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 55 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 12 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 74 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 126 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 138 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 139 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Bâlta has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Bâlta

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 Bâlta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum
"Maria Apostol" Museum Collection
Art Museum
Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection
Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși
Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu
Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House
Museul costumului popular gorjenesc
Muzeul Cula Cartianu
Village Museum
Village Museum

Libraries in Bâlta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0

Farmers Markets in Bâlta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Centrală
Piața Lupeni

Stadiums & Teams in Bâlta

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Bâlta

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Muntele Mic 0.0 $0
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bâlta

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport
Săulești AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bâlta

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserică
Biserică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1518
Postal Code
217341

🇷🇴 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 Bâlta

What is the population of Bâlta?

Bâlta has a population of 1,265 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 101.0 square miles.

Is Bâlta 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 Bâlta?

Bâlta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bâlta?

There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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