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Orlea, Romania

Olt · Romania

Orlea is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 4,591. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,591 Population 178/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 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
$18,468 median income

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About Orlea

Orlea

Orlea is a commune in Olt County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of two villages, Orlea and Orlea Nouă. It also included Gura Padinii and Satu Nou villages until 2004, when they were split off to form Gura Padinii Commune.

People

Population4,591
Density178/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population4,591
Population Density178 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates43.7500°, 24.3833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Orlea

Orlea is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 4,591. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Orlea is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 138 business establishments.

Income: Orlea vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Orlea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 284 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area25.8 sq mi (66.7 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates43.7500°N, 24.3833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below Romania avg
Snowfall 8.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.56"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Nov 11, 2017.

Apr 15, 2008 6 km NE of Gabrovo, Bulgaria M4.2 124 km
Jan 3, 2017 8 km ENE of Lyaskovets, Bulgaria M4.2 134 km
Aug 24, 1992 13 km SSW of Kalofer, Bulgaria M4.2 144 km
Nov 11, 2017 4 km S of Svoge, Bulgaria M4.1 124 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 10 km
May 12, 2008 4 km SSW of Strazhitsa, Bulgaria M4.1 140 km
Feb 7, 2009 10 km NW of Shipka, Bulgaria M3.8 128 km
Apr 20, 1996 6 km WNW of Buhovo, Bulgaria M3.7 129 km
Aug 21, 1992 3 km SW of Anton, Bulgaria M3.7 114 km
Aug 26, 1993 12 km W of Strazhitsa, Bulgaria M3.5 129 km
Aug 28, 2000 10 km WNW of Dryanovo, Bulgaria M3.3 114 km
Mar 2, 1993 8 km S of Pirdop, Bulgaria M3.3 126 km
Aug 1, 1990 1 km W of Chavdar, Bulgaria M3.3 125 km
Feb 2, 1996 3 km SSW of Pravets, Bulgaria M3.3 107 km
Sep 13, 1991 4 km WNW of Mirkovo, Bulgaria M3.3 121 km
Oct 30, 1992 17 km WSW of Hisarya, Bulgaria M3.2 147 km
Mar 5, 1993 7 km SE of Panagyurishte, Bulgaria M3.2 145 km
Dec 15, 1993 12 km SSW of Chavdar, Bulgaria M3.2 138 km
Jan 7, 1994 7 km NW of Panagyurishte, Bulgaria M3.2 136 km
Oct 12, 1993 10 km NNE of Gorna Malina, Bulgaria M3.2 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.4 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
September 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in Driest
October 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Orlea has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 34°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and September the driest (1.4").

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Museums in Orlea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeology and Ethnography Museum
Sucidava Roman Fortress in Celeiu
Village Museum

Libraries in Orlea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Cilieni0.0
Biblioteca Corabia0.0

Farmers Markets in Orlea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata Agro-Alimentara Corabia
Târg de legume
Târgul Bucinișu
Targul Corabia

Stadiums & Teams in Orlea

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Orlea

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Dolna Mitropoliya Air Base-Medium Airport
Bahovitsa Airfield-Small Airport
Balta Verde Airfield-Small Airport
Bohot Airfield-Small Airport
Borovan Airstrip-Small Airport
Brenitsa Airstrip-Small Airport
Grivitsa Airfield-Small Airport
Kamenets Air Base-Small Airport
Knezha Airstrip-Small Airport
Koynare Airstrip-Small Airport
Mihăița Airstrip-Small Airport
Selanovtsi Airfield-Small Airport
Slatina Airstrip-Small Airport
Slavovitsa Airstrip-Small Airport
Sokolare Highway Strip-Small Airport
Staroseltsi-Small Airport
Vabel Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Orlea

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Vârtopu - “Adormirea Maicii Domnului”

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
35 m (115 ft)
Area
92.8 km² (35.8 mi²)
Founded
1598
Postal Code
235300
Mayor
Iulică Oane
Website
primariacorabia.ro

🇷🇴 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 Orlea

What is the population of Orlea?

Orlea has a population of 4,591 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 178 people per square mile, spread across 25.8 square miles.

Is Orlea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Orlea?

Orlea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Orlea?

There are 138 business establishments in the area.

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