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Orşova, Romania

Mehedinți County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Orşova is a small city in Mehedinți County, Romania with a population of 12,350. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,350 Population
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.5 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

Population12,350
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population12,350
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates44.7230°, 22.3962°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMehedinți County
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (674 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Orşova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orşova 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. Orşova 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

Orşova experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Orşova has a population of 12,350. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,350
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Orşova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orşova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orşova is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Orşova 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 Orşova, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% are current smokers. 2.3% report depression. 79.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Orşova 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

Orşova has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. The area enjoys 288 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates44.7230°N, 22.3962°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

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

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