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Hârlești, Romania

Bacău County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Hârlești is a small town in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 729. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
729 Population
561 ft Elevation 171 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
23.8 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

Population729
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population729
Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates46.8167°, 26.8833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.4 inches (92 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Hârlești a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hârlești 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. Hârlești 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

Hârlești experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Hârlești has a population of 729. 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

729
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hârlești vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hârlești vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hârlești 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: Hârlești 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 Hârlești, 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: Hârlești 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

Hârlești 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 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 561 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall36.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates46.8167°N, 26.8833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Hârlești has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 30°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.8").

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 Hârlești

What is the population of Hârlești?

Hârlești has a population of 729 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 Hârlești expensive to live in?

Hârlești 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 Hârlești?

Hârlești 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 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Hârlești?

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

How are the schools in Hârlești?

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

How healthy is Hârlești?

The obesity rate in Hârlești 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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