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Plopu, Romania

Brăila County · Romania

Plopu is a small town in Brăila County, Romania with a population of 1,555. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,555 Population 17/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
18.6 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 Plopu

Plopu

Plopu is a commune in Prahova County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Gâlmeia, Hârsa, Nisipoasa, and Plopu.

People

Population1,555
Density17/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population1,555
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates45.1485°, 27.5139°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBrăila County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (473 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Plopu

Plopu is a small town in Romania (Brăila County) with a population of 1,555. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Plopu is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: Plopu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Plopu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area93.7 sq mi (242.7 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates45.1485°N, 27.5139°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.56"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

439 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 101 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 94 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 96 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 110 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 90 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 96 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 89 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 103 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 108 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 108 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 98 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 91 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 105 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 90 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 98 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 84 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 94 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 90 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 79 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in

Plopu has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Plopu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Xtream Romania club, dance MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Plopu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Fanus Neagu" Memorial House
Archimandrite Dometie Manolache Memorial House
Ianca Museum

Libraries in Plopu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotecă0.0

Farmers Markets in Plopu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agrisem
Minimarket - Produse Alimentare și de uz caznic
Piața

Train Stations in Plopu

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plopu

Airports Near Plopu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Boboc Air BaseMedium Airport
Cahul International AirportMedium Airport
Aerial Club VădeniSmall Airport
Aripi Ramnicene AirstripSmall Airport
BM Paramotoring and Paragliding FieldSmall Airport
Ianca AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plopu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
186.1 km² (71.9 mi²)
Founded
1834
Postal Code
815202
Mayor
Ionel Epureanu
Website
primaria-ianca.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 Plopu

What is the population of Plopu?

Plopu has a population of 1,555 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 93.7 square miles.

Is Plopu 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 Plopu?

Plopu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Plopu?

There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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