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Bâlteni, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Bâlteni is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 2,467. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,467 Population 235/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 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 Bâlteni

Bâlteni

Bâlteni is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Bâlteni, Cocoreni, Moi, Peșteana-Jiu, and Vlăduleni.

People

Population2,467
Density235/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Population2,467
Population Density235 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates44.8692°, 23.2731°
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 Bâlteni

Bâlteni is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 2,467. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 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 Bâlteni is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: Bâlteni vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bâlteni 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 495 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

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates44.8692°N, 23.2731°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 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 26 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 68 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 30 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 24 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 132 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 88 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 28 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 28 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 132 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 27 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 24 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 85 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 72 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 138 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 76 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 132 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 88 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 25 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 27 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 20 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in
June 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Bâlteni has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Bâlteni

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Liceul Tehnologic Bâlteni
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Radio Stations near Bâlteni

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 Bâlteni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum
"Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House
Art Museum
Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection
Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși
Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu
Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House
Ethnografic Collection
Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj
Muzeul Cula Cartianu
Strehaia Monastery Museum Collection
Village Collection
Village Museum
Village Museum
Village Museum

Libraries in Bâlteni

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti0.0
Librărie0.0

Farmers Markets in Bâlteni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Centrală

Gas Stations in Bâlteni

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rompetrol

Stadiums & Teams in Bâlteni

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Ski Resorts Near Bâlteni

4 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

Airports Near Bâlteni

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bâlteni

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Bâlteni

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
157 m (515 ft)
Founded
1464
Postal Code
217235

🇷🇴 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 Bâlteni

What is the population of Bâlteni?

Bâlteni has a population of 2,467 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 235 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles.

Is Bâlteni 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 Bâlteni?

Bâlteni 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 Bâlteni?

There are 74 business establishments in the area.

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