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Goicea, Romania

Dolj · 🇷🇴 Romania

Goicea is a small town in Dolj, Romania with a population of 4,676. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,676 Population
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.5 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

Population4,676
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population4,676
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates43.9167°, 23.6167°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceDolj
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (800 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Goicea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goicea 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. Goicea 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

Goicea enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Goicea has a population of 4,676. 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

4,676
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Goicea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Goicea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goicea 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: Goicea 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 Goicea, 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: Goicea 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

Goicea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 287 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 31.5 inches. The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. 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 131 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates43.9167°N, 23.6167°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
September 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Goicea has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 33°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.4").

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 Goicea

What is the population of Goicea?

Goicea has a population of 4,676 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 Goicea expensive to live in?

Goicea 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 Goicea?

Goicea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Goicea?

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

How are the schools in Goicea?

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

How healthy is Goicea?

The obesity rate in Goicea 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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