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

Population44,187

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 Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI21 (Good)

Rain31.1 in/yr

Sunny Days280/yr

Elevation1,988 ft (606 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband89.2%

Population	44,187
Elevation	1,988 ft (606 m)
Coordinates	45.4167°, 23.3667°
Timezone	Europe/Bucharest
Country	🇷🇴 Romania
State / Province	Hunedoara County
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	31.1 inches (790 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age	43.2 years

Is Petroşani a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Petroşani 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. Petroşani 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

Petroşani has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Petroşani has a population of 44,187. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

44,187

Total Population

43.2yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Petroşani vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Petroşani vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Petroşani 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: Petroşani vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	66% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.7%
	94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Petroşani, 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: Petroşani vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.0%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	27.0%
	93% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	79.5%
Depression	2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	77.0%

Food & Exercise

Petroşani has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 280 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	43.4°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	31.1 inches
	18% below US avg
Snowfall	8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	21.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.8%

Geography

Elevation	1,988 ft (606 m)
Coordinates	45.4167°N, 23.3667°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Access	89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Petroşani, Romania

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Is Petroşani a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Petroşani vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Petroşani vs U.S. Average

Income: Petroşani vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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