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Gropeni, Romania

Brăila County · Romania

Gropeni is a small town in Brăila County, Romania with a population of 3,296. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,296 Population 124/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$12,528 median income

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About Gropeni

Gropeni

Gropeni is a commune located in Brăila County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of a single village, Gropeni.

People

Population3,296
Density124/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population3,296
Population Density124 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates45.0755°, 27.8797°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBrăila County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (461 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Gropeni

Gropeni is a small town in Romania (Brăila County) with a population of 3,296. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Gropeni is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 99 business establishments.

Income: Gropeni vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$12,528
83% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)99

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Gropeni experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area26.5 sq mi (68.7 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates45.0755°N, 27.8797°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.44"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

431 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 M7.0 127 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 119 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 123 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 140 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 117 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 123 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 137 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 137 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 116 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 126 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 131 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 119 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 133 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 126 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 117 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 119 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 107 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 97 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 122 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in

Gropeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Gropeni

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SCOALA GIMNAZIALA GROPENI - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gropeni

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Xtream Romania club, dance MP3 128 kbps
Love Marilena Galați dance, etno MP3 128 kbps
Vibe FM România clubbing, dance MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Gropeni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"D. P. Perpessicius" Memorial House
"Mos Dumitru" Memorial House
"Panait Istrati" Memorial House
Casa Memorială „Ana Aslan”
Centrul de Informare Turistică al Parcului Natural Balta Mică a Brăilei
Museum of Brăila
Museum of Braila. Department of Natural Sciences
Museum of Braila. Ethnography and Folk Art Department
Museum of Braila. Nicapetre Cultural Centre

Libraries in Gropeni

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca comunală Mărașu0.0
Biblioteca Comunei Gropeni0.0
Biblioteca Gropeni0.0
Biblioteca Județeană „Panait Istrati”0.0
Biblioteca Județeană Panait Istrati0.0
Biblioteca locală Mărașu0.0
Biblioteca Panait Istrati0.0

Farmers Markets in Gropeni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
EnGros Microhala
Piața Agroalimentară Măcin
Piață Apollo (Ruși)
Piața Concordiei
Piața Halelor (Mare)
Piața Radu Negru
Piața Săracă
Piața Vidin
Piața Viziru

Stadiums & Teams in Gropeni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gropeni

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mihail Kogălniceanu International AirportCNDLarge Airport
Feteşti Borcea Air Base-Medium Airport
Aerial Club Vădeni-Small Airport
BM Paramotoring and Paragliding Field-Small Airport
Ianca Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gropeni

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”
Biserica „Sfântul Nicolae"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 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 Gropeni

What is the population of Gropeni?

Gropeni has a population of 3,296 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 26.5 square miles.

Is Gropeni expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Gropeni?

Gropeni has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gropeni?

There are 99 business establishments in the area.

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