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Plopeni, Romania

Constanța County · Romania

Plopeni is a small town in Constanța County, Romania with a population of 1,236. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,236 Population 14/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
18.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 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
$20,412 median income

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About Plopeni

Plopeni

Plopeni is a town in Prahova County, Muntenia, Romania, with a population of 6,709 as of 2021.

People

Population1,236
Density14/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population1,236
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates43.9509°, 28.1945°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceConstanța County
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation18.3 inches (464 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Plopeni

Plopeni is a small town in Romania (Constanța County) with a population of 1,236. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Plopeni is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Plopeni vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$20,412
73% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Plopeni experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below Romania avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area91.3 sq mi (236.5 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates43.9509°N, 28.1945°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 5, 2024.

Aug 5, 2009 16 km SE of Shabla, Bulgaria M5.0 69 km
Apr 4, 2022 14 km SE of Provadia, Bulgaria M4.6 108 km
Dec 3, 2012 14 km SE of Shabla, Bulgaria M4.5 67 km
Oct 7, 2010 14 km NW of Dolni Chiflik, Bulgaria M4.4 111 km
Sep 29, 1993 3 km SSW of Mihai Viteazu, Romania M4.1 100 km
Feb 5, 2024 4 km SSW of Căzăneşti, Romania M4.0 118 km
Apr 21, 1993 7 km NE of Dalgopol, Bulgaria M3.9 114 km
Aug 13, 2013 8 km SE of Provadia, Bulgaria M3.9 108 km
Jan 18, 2005 1 km W of Malcoci, Romania M3.8 143 km
Jul 15, 2015 13 km ESE of Balgarevo, Bulgaria M3.8 72 km
Jul 18, 1995 18 km ESE of Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria M3.7 144 km
Aug 20, 1995 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania M3.7 137 km
Feb 12, 2005 1 km SSW of R?zvani, Romania M3.6 117 km
Apr 19, 1997 68 km ESE of Balgarevo, Bulgaria M3.6 120 km
Feb 6, 2006 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania M3.6 87 km
Apr 18, 2005 4 km NNE of Nuf?ru, Romania M3.5 149 km
Jul 23, 1994 22 km E of Byala, Bulgaria M3.4 121 km
Jan 25, 1991 7 km NE of Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria M3.4 136 km
Aug 23, 1994 65 km E of Byala, Bulgaria M3.4 131 km
Jun 12, 1990 13 km ENE of Slivo Pole, Bulgaria M3.3 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1901 BLACK SEA Earthquake 3.0 m 4 66 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in
March 42°F (5°C) 1.3 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in

Plopeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 33°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Plopeni

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rumänische Schule
Rumänische Schule
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Radio Stations near Plopeni

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Play 90's 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Shuffle FM blues, jazz MP3 256 kbps
Radio Vacanța - Gold 80s, 90s MP3 320 kbps
Tranquila Manele România manele MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dobrogea christian, christian talks MP3
Terra Radio -Medgidia 97.5 FM dance, local news MP3 320 kbps
Terra Radio -Murfatlar 97.5 FM dance, local news MP3 128 kbps
Vivi FM dance, etno MP3 128 kbps
T Radio -Constanța 104.4 FM etnic, local news MP3 128 kbps
Super Live Romania petrecere, populară MP3 128 kbps
onlineDJradio (BG) electronic MP3 192 kbps
Next Radio AAC 192 kbps
Sud Constanța etno, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Sky FM - Radio Sky Constanța 101.1 FM alternative, electronic MP3 192 kbps
Radio Vacanța - Fresh fresh, hits MP3 320 kbps
Radio Iubire MP3 128 kbps
Radio Dobrudja (BG) talk & speech MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Plopeni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adamclisi Archaeological Museum
Zulfie Totay Tartar House

Farmers Markets in Plopeni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata Centrală

Stadiums & Teams in Plopeni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Plopeni

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mihail Kogălniceanu International AirportCNDLarge Airport
Varna AirportVARLarge Airport
Balchik AirfieldMedium Airport
Feteşti Borcea Air BaseMedium Airport
Costinești AerodromeSmall Airport
Golyama Smolnitsa AirstripSmall Airport
Kaynardzha AirfieldSmall Airport
Krushari AirfieldSmall Airport
Leskovo AirfieldSmall Airport
Mogilishte AirstripSmall Airport
Sokolovo AirstripSmall Airport
Suvorovo AirstripSmall Airport
Tuzla AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plopeni

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Sfântul Dumitru"
Biserica „Sfinții Împărați Constantin și Elena"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
120 m (394 ft)
Founded
1573
Postal Code
907050

🇷🇴 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 Plopeni

What is the population of Plopeni?

Plopeni has a population of 1,236 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 91.3 square miles.

Is Plopeni expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,412, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Plopeni?

Plopeni has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Plopeni?

There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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