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Chiraftei, Romania

Galați County · Romania

Chiraftei is a small town in Galați County, Romania with a population of 2,491. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,491 Population 59/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
20.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,336 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
$15,336 median income

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About Chiraftei

Chiraftei

Măstăcani is a commune in Galați County, Western Moldavia, Romania with a population of 5,144 people. It is composed of two villages, Chiraftei and Măstăcani.

People

Population2,491
Density59/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,336

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population2,491
Population Density59 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates45.7722°, 28.0272°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGalați County
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation20.3 inches (515 mm)
Annual Snowfall27.6 inches (70 cm)
Median Household Income$15,336

About Chiraftei

Chiraftei is a small town in Romania (Galați County) with a population of 2,491. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Chiraftei is $15,336, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: Chiraftei vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,336
80% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Chiraftei

Chiraftei has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (24°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 509 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.8°C / 31°F -3.9° / 2.3° 33.7
Feb 1.4°C / 35°F -2.4° / 5.2° 25.9
Mar 6.3°C / 43°F 1.6° / 11° 33.1
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 6.8° / 17.6° 40.3
May 18°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.8° 49.8
Jun 22°C / 72°F 16.3° / 27.8° 62.5
Jul 24°C / 75°F 18° / 30.1° 54.2
Aug 23.8°C / 75°F 17.7° / 30° 34.0
Sep 18.6°C / 65°F 12.9° / 24.2° 45.5
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 7.9° / 17.2° 50.7
Nov 6.5°C / 44°F 3° / 10° 37.7
Dec 1°C / 34°F -2° / 3.9° 41.1
Chiraftei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 265 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 20.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area42.4 sq mi (109.7 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates45.7722°N, 28.0272°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.3"
47% below Romania avg
Snowfall 27.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.72"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

427 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 M7.0 106 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 98 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 110 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 148 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 113 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 100 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 111 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 139 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 112 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 107 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 125 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 124 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 135 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 114 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 104 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 118 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 117 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 44 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 100 km
Sep 1, 1991 3 km SSE of Buda, Romania M4.8 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in

Chiraftei has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 32°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Chiraftei

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Scoala gimnaziala nr. 2 Chiraftei
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Radio Stations near Chiraftei

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Chiraftei

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Suhurlui Rural House" Cultural Setting
Colecția Muzeală
Complexul Etno-Cultural Văleni
Muzeul Ținutului Cahul
Roșcani Church Museum Collection
Village Museum
White House

Libraries in Chiraftei

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca pentru copii „Grigore Vieru”0.0
Biblioteca Publică Raională Cahul „Andrei Ciurunga”0.0

Farmers Markets in Chiraftei

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agroland
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Centrală

Banks in Chiraftei

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEC Bank Mastacani

Airports Near Chiraftei

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cahul International AirportMedium Airport
Tulcea Danube Delta AirportTCEMedium Airport
Zhovtneve Air BaseMedium Airport
Aerial Club VădeniSmall Airport
Amicii Dabija AirfieldSmall Airport
Baimaclia AirstripSmall Airport
Chervonoarmiis'ke AirstripSmall Airport
Ianca AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chiraftei

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”
Biserica „Nașterea Maicii Domnului"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
24 m (79 ft)
Founded
1628
Postal Code
807125

🇷🇴 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 Chiraftei

What is the population of Chiraftei?

Chiraftei has a population of 2,491 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 42.4 square miles.

Is Chiraftei expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,336, 80% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Chiraftei?

Chiraftei enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches, with 27.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chiraftei?

There are 75 business establishments in the area.

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