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Bistrețu, Romania

Mehedinți County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Bistrețu is a small town in Mehedinți County, Romania with a population of 724. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
724 Population
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
23.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population724
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,244
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population724
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates44.4481°, 22.6172°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMehedinți County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (603 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.0 inches (13 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Bistrețu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bistrețu receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bistrețu has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bistrețu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches, including 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Bistrețu has a population of 724. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

724
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bistrețu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bistrețu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bistrețu is N/A. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bistrețu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bistrețu, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bistrețu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Bistrețu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates44.4481°N, 22.6172°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in

Bistrețu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 32°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (1.5").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bistrețu

What is the population of Bistrețu?

Bistrețu has a population of 724 residents and is located in Romania.. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Bistrețu expensive to live in?

Bistrețu is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bistrețu?

Bistrețu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Bistrețu?

The unemployment rate in Bistrețu is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Bistrețu?

22.0% of adults in Bistrețu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bistrețu?

The obesity rate in Bistrețu is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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