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Ferești, Romania

Maramureş · 🇷🇴 Romania

Ferești is a small town in Maramureş, Romania with a population of 507. Elevation: 1,053 ft (321 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
507 Population
1,053 ft Elevation 321 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
50.8 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

Population507
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population507
Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Coordinates47.8312°, 23.9519°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMaramureş
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation50.8 inches (1,290 mm)
Annual Snowfall53.1 inches (135 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Ferești a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferești receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ferești 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

Ferești experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 53.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Ferești has a population of 507. 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

507
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferești vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ferești vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferești 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: Ferești 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 Ferești, 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: Ferești 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

Ferești experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 53.1 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 1,053 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall53.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Coordinates47.8312°N, 23.9519°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.6 in Coldest

Ferești has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 28°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (1.9").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Ferești

What is the population of Ferești?

Ferești has a population of 507 residents and is located in Romania.. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Ferești expensive to live in?

Ferești is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ferești?

Ferești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 53.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Ferești?

The unemployment rate in Ferești is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Ferești?

22.0% of adults in Ferești hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ferești?

The obesity rate in Ferești is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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