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Costeşti, Romania

Vâlcea County · Romania

Costeşti is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 3,616. Elevation: 1,476 ft (450 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,616 Population 151/sq mi density
1,476 ft Elevation 450 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 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
$12,528 median income

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About Costeşti

Costeşti

Costești is a town in Argeș County, Muntenia, Romania. The population as of 2021 was 9,460. The town administers six villages: Broșteni, Lăceni, Pârvu Roșu, Podu Broșteni, Smei, and Stârci.

People

Population3,616
Density151/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Population3,616
Population Density151 / sq mi
Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Coordinates45.1500°, 24.0667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVâlcea County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (837 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.4 inches (39 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Costeşti

Costeşti is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 3,616. The city sits at an elevation of 1,476 feet (450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Costeşti is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 108 business establishments.

Income: Costeşti vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$12,528
83% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)108

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Costeşti experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 281 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 33.0 inches. The area receives 15.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,476 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Area24.0 sq mi (62.2 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates45.1500°N, 24.0667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Romania avg
Snowfall 15.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 68 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 134 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 69 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 73 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 116 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 107 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 78 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 43 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 74 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 103 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 106 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 65 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 141 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 146 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 131 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 64 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 83 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 81 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 80 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Costeşti has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Costeşti

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
METRONOM FM OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Costeşti

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Dintr-un Lemn" Monastery Museum Collection
"Gheorghe Petre" Archaeology and Religious Art Museum
Bistrita Monastery Museum Collection
Casa Memorială IG Duca
Church Objects Collection of Scarisoara
Colecția Muzeală de arte
Cozia Monastery Museum Collection
Expoziție etnografică
Govora Monastery Museum Collection
Horezu Contemporary Folk Art Gallery
Hurezi Monastery Museum Collection
Museum of Mineral Water
Relicvariul Schitului Pătrunsa
Village Museum
Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Costeşti

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Bodești0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Popești0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Șirineasa0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească "Ada Orleanu"0.0
Biblioteca Publică Roești0.0

Farmers Markets in Costeşti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața agroalimentară Horezu
Piața Agroalimentară Pietrari
Piața Băbeni
Piața Băile Olănești
Piața de legume
Piața Valea Mare
Tarabe

Hotels in Costeşti

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Cucu
Hanul Vatra

Ski Resorts Near Costeşti

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Costeşti

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Costeşti

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserică
Biserică
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului” Săcături (1803/1919)
Biserica monument Grușetu (1801) „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
22.0 km² (8.5 mi²)
Founded
1687
Website
orasul-horezu.ro/home

🇷🇴 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 Costeşti

What is the population of Costeşti?

Costeşti has a population of 3,616 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles.

Is Costeşti expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Costeşti?

Costeşti has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Costeşti?

There are 108 business establishments in the area.

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