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Hînceşti, Moldova

Hînceşti · 🇲🇩 Moldova

Hînceşti is a small city in Hînceşti, Moldova with a population of 16,900. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
16,900 Population 4,788/sq mi density
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Chisinau Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population16,900
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density4,788/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,800
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.4%
Depression12.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband80.2%
Population16,900
Population Density4,788 / sq mi
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates46.8309°, 28.5900°
TimezoneEurope/Chisinau
Country🇲🇩 Moldova
State / ProvinceHînceşti
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (545 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age39.9 years

Is Hînceşti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hînceşti receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hînceşti has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hînceşti experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Hînceşti has a population of 16,900 with a density of 4,788 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54% female and 46% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 71.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

16,900
Total Population
4,788
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Hînceşti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hînceşti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hînceşti is N/A. Per capita income is $6,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hînceşti vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hînceşti, 23.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.3% have high blood pressure. 30.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.1% report binge drinking. 75.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hînceşti vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
High Blood Pressure48.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.4%
117% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity75.7%
Depression12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%

Food & Exercise

Hînceşti experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density4,788/sq mi
Coordinates46.8309°N, 28.5900°W
TimezoneEurope/Chisinau

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in Driest
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in

Hînceşti has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 27°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and October the driest (1.0").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 80.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,788/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hînceşti

What is the population of Hînceşti?

Hînceşti has a population of 16,900 residents and is located in Moldova. The population density is 4,788 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.9 years. The population is 54% female and 46% male.

Is Hînceşti expensive to live in?

Hînceşti is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hînceşti?

Hînceşti has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Hînceşti?

The job market in Hînceşti is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hînceşti?

15.0% of adults in Hînceşti hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hînceşti?

The obesity rate in Hînceşti is 23.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.4% of adults are smokers. 75.7% are physically inactive. 12.0% of residents report depression.

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