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Carcaliu, Romania

Tulcea County · Romania

Carcaliu is a small town in Tulcea County, Romania with a population of 3,422. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,422 Population 113/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
18.1 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 Carcaliu

Carcaliu

Carcaliu is a commune in Tulcea County, Northern Dobruja, Romania. It is composed of a single village, Carcaliu. At the 2011 census, 91% of inhabitants were Lipovans and 8.9% Romanians.

People

Population3,422
Density113/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$15,660

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population3,422
Population Density113 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates45.1833°, 28.1500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceTulcea County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation18.1 inches (459 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$15,660

About Carcaliu

Carcaliu is a small town in Romania (Tulcea County) with a population of 3,422. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Carcaliu is $15,660, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 103 business establishments.

Income: Carcaliu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Carcaliu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area30.4 sq mi (78.8 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates45.1833°N, 28.1500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.1"
52% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.44"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

396 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 M7.0 137 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 128 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 135 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 127 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 136 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 131 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 147 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 137 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 145 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 129 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 138 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 128 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 136 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 96 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 119 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 133 km
Sep 27, 2004 17 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 143 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 130 km
Jan 31, 1991 5 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 131 km
Sep 1, 1991 3 km SSE of Buda, Romania M4.8 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.2 in

Carcaliu has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Carcaliu

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Xtream Romania club, dance MP3 128 kbps
Love Marilena Galați dance, etno MP3 128 kbps
Vibe FM România clubbing, dance MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Carcaliu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"D. P. Perpessicius" Memorial House
"Mos Dumitru" Memorial House
"Panait Cerna" Memorial House
"Panait Istrati" Memorial House
"Razvan Angheluta" Natural Sciences Museum Complex
Casa Memorială „Ana Aslan”
Centrul de Informare Turistică al Parcului Natural Balta Mică a Brăilei
Complexul Muzeal de Științele Naturii
Museum of Brăila
Museum of Braila. Department of Natural Sciences
Museum of Braila. Ethnography and Folk Art Department
Museum of Braila. Nicapetre Cultural Centre

Libraries in Carcaliu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Panait Istrati”0.0
Biblioteca Județeană Panait Istrati0.0
Biblioteca Luncavița0.0
Biblioteca Panait Istrati0.0
Biblioteca V.A. Urechia - filiala 10.0
Dr. Tudorel Ciurea Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Carcaliu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
EnGros Microhala
Piața Agroalimentară Greci
Piața Agroalimentară Măcin
Piață Apollo (Ruși)
Piața Concordiei
Piața Halelor (Mare)
Piața Micro 19
Piața Micro 19
Piața Radu Negru
Piața Săracă
Piața Vidin
Piața Viziru

Stadiums & Teams in Carcaliu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Carcaliu

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cahul International AirportMedium Airport
Tulcea Danube Delta AirportTCEMedium Airport
Zhovtneve Air BaseMedium Airport
Aerial Club VădeniSmall Airport
BM Paramotoring and Paragliding FieldSmall Airport
Chervonoarmiis'ke AirstripSmall Airport
Ianca AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Carcaliu

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Affidea
Arestetic
CABINET MEDICAL CARDIOLOGIE DR. BUCATANSCHI
Centrul de nefrologie și dializă
Chiriac S.R.L.
Doctor Pediatru Baciu Ginel
InterBeauty Clinic
Remenix

Churches & Religious Organizations in Carcaliu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica
Biserica Lipovenească

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
20 m (66 ft)
Founded
1900
Postal Code
827020

🇷🇴 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 Carcaliu

What is the population of Carcaliu?

Carcaliu has a population of 3,422 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 30.4 square miles.

Is Carcaliu 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 Carcaliu?

Carcaliu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Carcaliu?

There are 103 business establishments in the area.

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