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Butea, Romania

Iași County · Romania

Butea is a small town in Iași County, Romania with a population of 3,893. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,893 Population 311/sq mi density
614 ft Elevation 187 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,660 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
$15,660 median income

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About Butea

Butea

Butea is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the pea family, Fabaceae. It includes five species native to the Indian Subcontinent, Indochina, Tibet, and southern China. It is sometimes considered to have only two species, B. monosperma and B. superba, or is expanded to include four or five.

People

Population3,893
Density311/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,660

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Population3,893
Population Density311 / sq mi
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Coordinates47.0667°, 26.9167°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceIași County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.4 inches (92 cm)
Median Household Income$15,660

About Butea

Butea is a small town in Romania (Iași County) with a population of 3,893. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet (187 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Butea is $15,660, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 117 business establishments.

Income: Butea vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,660
79% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)117

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Butea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates47.0667°N, 26.9167°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below Romania avg
Snowfall 36.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

95 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 138 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 140 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 147 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 149 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 136 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 142 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 149 km
Apr 4, 2004 14 km E of Comand?u, Romania M4.7 149 km
May 26, 2012 3 km SSW of Paltin, Romania M4.5 147 km
Mar 6, 2006 2 km NE of Nereju, Romania M4.5 149 km
Aug 30, 2019 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.5 150 km
Dec 26, 2009 3 km W of Spulber, Romania M4.5 147 km
Apr 9, 2021 7 km WNW of Paltin, Romania M4.5 142 km
Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 91 km
Feb 7, 2004 6 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.4 148 km
Mar 8, 2000 4 km ENE of Paltin, Romania M4.4 142 km
Aug 24, 2025 2 km S of Spulber, Romania M4.4 150 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.4 142 km
Feb 8, 2017 4 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.4 149 km
Aug 5, 2019 6 km WNW of Paltin, Romania M4.4 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Butea has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.8").

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Museums in Butea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru Ioan Cuza" Memorial Museum
"Vasile Alecsandri" Museum
Art Museum
Căminul cultural ”Ludovic Antal”
Casa Calistrat Hogaș
Cucuteni Archaeological Site Museum
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnography Museum
History Museum
Muzeul de Istorie
Natural Sciences Museum
Roman Bishopric Museum Collection
Village Museum

Libraries in Butea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca municipală0.0
Biblioteca Municipală George Radu Melidon0.0
Biblioteca Trifești0.0

Farmers Markets in Butea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mya Market
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Deal
Piața Smirodava
Piata Vale Pascani
Viosand Market

Stadiums & Teams in Butea

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Airports Near Butea

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Iaşi International AirportIASLarge Airport
Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International AirportSCVLarge Airport
Aerodromul Girov-Small Airport
Botoșani Airfield-Small Airport
Dumbrava Roșie Airfield-Small Airport
Iaşi Sud-Small Airport
Mărgineni Airfield-Small Airport
Sarata Airfield-Small Airport
Timișești Airfield-Small Airport
Zanesti Airfield-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
190 m (623 ft)
Founded
1520
Postal Code
707298

🇷🇴 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 Butea

What is the population of Butea?

Butea has a population of 3,893 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 311 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles.

Is Butea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,660, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Butea?

Butea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 36.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Butea?

There are 117 business establishments in the area.

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