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Dăneşti, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Dăneşti is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 3,879. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

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C+ Fair
3,879 Population 84/sq mi density
896 ft Elevation 273 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 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
$18,468 median income

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About Dăneşti

Dăneşti

Târgu Jiu (Romanian pronunciation: [ˌtɨrɡu ˈʒiw], is the capital of Gorj County in the Oltenia region of Romania. It is situated on the Southern Sub-Carpathians, on the banks of the river Jiu. Eight localities are administered by the city: Bârsești, Drăgoieni, Iezureni, Polata, Preajba Mare, Romanești, Slobozia, and Ursați.

People

Population3,879
Density84/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Population3,879
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates44.9667°, 23.3333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.2 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Dăneşti

Dăneşti is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 3,879. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Dăneşti is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Dăneşti vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Dăneşti experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 272 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area46.4 sq mi (120.3 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates44.9667°N, 23.3333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 73 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 18 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 22 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 18 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 138 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 80 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 138 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 18 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 24 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 21 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 14 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 77 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 80 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 85 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 146 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 124 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 85 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 26 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 23 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in
June 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Dăneşti has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Dăneşti

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fosta Școală
Școala Generală
Școala Gimnazială Nr. 1 Dănești
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Radio Stations near Dăneşti

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.7 BIG FM (US) oldies AAC
Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM local, local news MP3 32 kbps
Radio Crasna latino, manele MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Dăneşti

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum
"Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House
"Maria Apostol" Museum Collection
"Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House
Art Museum
Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection
Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu
Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj
Muzeul Cula Cartianu
Sacelu Museum Collection
Village Collection
Village Museum
Village Museum
Village Museum

Libraries in Dăneşti

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0
Librărie0.0

Farmers Markets in Dăneşti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Centrală

Cafes in Dăneşti

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Bar La Mara

Veterinaries in Dăneşti

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spring Terravet Srl

Stadiums & Teams in Dăneşti

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Ski Resorts Near Dăneşti

5 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Dăneşti

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dăneşti

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserică
Biserica „Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul”

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
268 m (879 ft)
Area
161.0 km² (62.1 mi²)
Founded
1406
Postal Code
210101–210260
Mayor
Marcel Laurențiu Romanescu
Website
targujiu.ro
Twinned With
Forbach, Lauchhammer, Noci, Pendik, Yambol

🇷🇴 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 Dăneşti

What is the population of Dăneşti?

Dăneşti has a population of 3,879 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 46.4 square miles.

Is Dăneşti expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Dăneşti?

Dăneşti has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dăneşti?

There are 116 business establishments in the area.

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