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Bucharest, Romania

București · 🇷🇴 Romania

Bucharest is a major city in București, Romania with a population of 1,877,155. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,877,155 Population 21,512/sq mi density
272 ft Elevation 83 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
22.5 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

Population1,877,155
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density21,512/mi²
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population1,877,155
Population Density21,512 / sq mi
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates44.4323°, 26.1063°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBucurești
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (573 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.4 inches (47 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Bucharest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bucharest 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. Bucharest 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

Bucharest enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Bucharest has a population of 1,877,155 with a density of 21,512 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,877,155
Total Population
21,512
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
87.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bucharest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bucharest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bucharest is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bucharest 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 Bucharest, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% are current smokers. 2.3% report depression. 79.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bucharest 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

Bucharest has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 279 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area87.3 sq mi (226.0 km²)
Population Density21,512/sq mi
Coordinates44.4323°N, 26.1063°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density21,512/sq mi
Total Area87.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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