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Cotumba, Romania

Bacău County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Cotumba is a small town in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 1,451. Elevation: 2,100 ft (640 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,451 Population
2,100 ft Elevation 640 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
27.5 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

Population1,451
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population1,451
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Coordinates46.4974°, 26.1911°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (698 mm)
Annual Snowfall41.8 inches (106 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Cotumba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cotumba 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. Cotumba 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

Cotumba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Cotumba has a population of 1,451. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,451
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cotumba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cotumba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cotumba is N/A. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Cotumba 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 Cotumba, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Cotumba 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

Cotumba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 261 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 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 41.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall41.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Coordinates46.4974°N, 26.1911°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 28°F (-3°C)
0.9"
Feb 25°F (-4°C)
0.9"
Mar 31°F (-0°C)
1.1"
Apr 42°F (5°C)
2.0"
May 51°F (11°C)
2.8"
Jun 57°F (14°C)
3.8"
Jul 60°F (15°C)
3.4"
Aug 59°F (15°C)
2.8"
Sep 52°F (11°C)
1.8"
Oct 43°F (6°C)
1.3"
Nov 32°F (0°C)
0.9"
Dec 26°F (-3°C)
1.1"

The warmest month is July at 60°F, while the coldest is February at 25°F — a seasonal swing of 35°F. June sees the most rain (3.8"), while January is the driest (0.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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