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Garoafa, Romania

Vrancea · Romania

Garoafa is a small town in Vrancea, Romania with a population of 4,624. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,624 Population 145/sq mi density
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$48,816 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,816 median income

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About Garoafa

Garoafa

Garoafa is a commune located in Vrancea County, Western Moldavia, Romania. It is composed of eight villages: Bizighești, Ciușlea, Doaga, Făurei, Garoafa, Precistanu, Răchitosu, and Străjescu.

People

Population4,624
Density145/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,816

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Population4,624
Population Density145 / sq mi
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates45.7833°, 27.2000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVrancea
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (618 mm)
Annual Snowfall41.6 inches (106 cm)
Median Household Income$48,816

About Garoafa

Garoafa is a small town in Romania (Vrancea) with a population of 4,624. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Garoafa is $48,816, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 139 business establishments.

Income: Garoafa vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$48,816
35% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)139

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Garoafa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 41.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area32.0 sq mi (82.8 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates45.7833°N, 27.2000°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Romania avg
Snowfall 41.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

435 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 42 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 34 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 46 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 87 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 36 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 49 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 62 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 60 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 76 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 44 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 48 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 73 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 48 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 50 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 40 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 54 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 38 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 57 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 26 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in Coldest

Garoafa has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Garoafa

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stil Mix Manele 107.9 MHz FM manele MP3
Stil Mix Dance 107.9 MHz FM dance, pop MP3
Tecuci Radio 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Stil Mix -Radio Dance dance, pop MP3
Stil Mix -Radio Manele manele MP3

Museums in Garoafa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru Vlahuță" Memorial Museum
"Prince John (Ioan Vodă)" Memorial Exhibition
"Teodor Cincu" History Museum
Cotesti Monastery Museum Collection
Dălhăuți Orthodox Hermitage Museum Collection
Marasesti Mausoleum
Museum of the Union
Museum of Vrancea
Museum of Vrancea. "Crangul Petresti" Folk Architecture and Techniques Department
Museum of Vrancea. History and Archaeology Department
Museum of Vrancea. Natural Sciences Department
Muzeul Aeronauticii Moldovei
Muzeul luptelor de la Mărășești
Muzeul Viei si Vinului
Recea Orthodox Hermitage Museum Collection
Village Museum Collection
Village Museum Collection
Village Museum Collection
Wine Growing Museum

Libraries in Garoafa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Biblioteca Județeană „Duiliu Zamfirescu"0.0
Biblioteca Județeană „Duiliu Zamfirescu" - Secția pentru Copii și Tineret0.0
Biblioteca Judeţeană „Duiliu Zamfirescu" Vrancea - Sala de lectură adulți/ Sala Internet0.0
Biblioteca Municipală „Ștefan Perică” Tecuci0.0
Biblioteca Publică “Ana Georgescu”0.0
Universul Cărții0.0

Farmers Markets in Garoafa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gino Market
Han Arena Srl
Kligor
Mega Image
Minimarket AF Steclaru
Minimarket Muncelu
Minimarket PGM
Obor
Piața agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Centrală
Piața de produse industriale
Piața Moldovei
Piața Odobești
Piața Panciu 1
Piața Panciu 2
Piața Sud
SC Elim Star Com MiniMarket
SC Ginomar Srl Magazin Mixt
SC Radical

Stadiums & Teams in Garoafa

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Airports Near Garoafa

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Boboc Air Base-Medium Airport
Aerial Club Vădeni-Small Airport
Amicii Dabija Airfield-Small Airport
Aripi Ramnicene Airstrip-Small Airport
Ianca Airfield-Small Airport
Onesti Airifeld-Small Airport
Sarata Airfield-Small Airport
Viișoara Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garoafa

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Sfânta Fecioară Maria, Regină”
Biserica „Sfântul Gheorghe"
Biserica „Sfântul Nicolae"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
142 m (466 ft)
Area
57.0 km² (22.0 mi²)
Founded
1626
Postal Code
625300
Mayor
Gheorghe-Daniel Nicolaș
Website
primariaodobesti.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Garoafa

What is the population of Garoafa?

Garoafa has a population of 4,624 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 32.0 square miles.

Is Garoafa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,816, 35% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Garoafa?

Garoafa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 41.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Garoafa?

There are 139 business establishments in the area.

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