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Malaia, Romania

Vâlcea County · Romania

Malaia is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 1,886. Elevation: 1,634 ft (498 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

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C+ Fair
1,886 Population 79/sq mi density
1,634 ft Elevation 498 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 Median Income
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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 Malaia

Malaia

Malaia is a commune in Vâlcea County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Malaia, Ciungetu, and Săliștea.

People

Population1,886
Density79/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation1,634 ft (498 m)
Population1,886
Population Density79 / sq mi
Elevation1,634 ft (498 m)
Coordinates45.3500°, 24.0333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVâlcea County
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation30.6 inches (777 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Malaia

Malaia is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 1,886. The city sits at an elevation of 1,634 feet (498 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Malaia is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Malaia vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Malaia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.6 inches. The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,634 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below Romania avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,634 ft (498 m)
Area24.0 sq mi (62.2 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates45.3500°N, 24.0333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.6"
20% below Romania avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 71 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 138 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 71 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 76 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 116 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 96 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 81 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 53 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 77 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 107 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 149 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 92 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 68 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 125 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 67 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 87 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 84 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 86 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 86 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
March 33°F (0°C) 1.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in

Malaia has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 25°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Malaia

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Mălaia
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Radio Stations near Malaia

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 dance, house MP3 128 kbps
METRONOM FM OGG 128 kbps
gofm.ro chansons françaises, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
goFM top hits MP3 128 kbps
Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Malaia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bistrita Monastery Museum Collection
Casa Memorială IG Duca
Expoziție etnografică
Horezu Contemporary Folk Art Gallery
Hurezi Monastery Museum Collection
Relicvariul Schitului Pătrunsa
Village Museum
Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Malaia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Bodești0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească "Ada Orleanu"0.0

Farmers Markets in Malaia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața agroalimentară Horezu
Piața Agroalimentară Pietrari
Piața Băile Olănești
Piața de legume
Tarabe

Hotels in Malaia

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Maria

Restaurants in Malaia

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alph
La Terasa din Pădure

Ski Resorts Near Malaia

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Malaia

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Malaia

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Mălaia (1934)
Biserica Ortodoxă Săliștea (1919)
Mânăstirea Mălaia
Mănăstirea Mălaia

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Waterfalls
1
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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 Malaia

What is the population of Malaia?

Malaia has a population of 1,886 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles.

Is Malaia 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 Malaia?

Malaia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Malaia?

There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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