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Poiana, Romania

Galați County · Romania

Poiana is a small town in Galați County, Romania with a population of 1,453. Elevation: 945 ft (288 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

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C+ Fair
1,453 Population 73/sq mi density
945 ft Elevation 288 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
20.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,336 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
$15,336 median income

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About Poiana

Poiana

Poiana is a commune in Galați County, Western Moldavia, Romania with a population of 2,150 people. It is composed of two villages, Poiana and Vișina. These were part of Nicorești Commune until 2004, when they were split off.

People

Population1,453
Density73/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$15,336

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Population1,453
Population Density73 / sq mi
Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Coordinates45.9923°, 27.2561°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGalați County
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation20.8 inches (527 mm)
Annual Snowfall29.1 inches (74 cm)
Median Household Income$15,336

About Poiana

Poiana is a small town in Romania (Galați County) with a population of 1,453. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet (288 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Poiana is $15,336, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 44 business establishments.

Income: Poiana vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,336
80% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Poiana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 262 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 20.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area20.0 sq mi (51.7 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates45.9923°N, 27.2561°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.8"
45% below Romania avg
Snowfall 29.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.99"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

426 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 49 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 43 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 58 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 102 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 62 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 49 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 85 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 59 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 73 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 59 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 72 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 63 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 90 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 53 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 61 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 56 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 20 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 68 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 73 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.0 in
March 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in Coldest

Poiana has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Poiana

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stil Mix Manele 107.9 MHz FM manele MP3
Stil Mix Dance 107.9 MHz FM dance, pop MP3
Tecuci Radio 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Stil Mix -Radio Dance dance, pop MP3
Stil Mix -Radio Manele manele MP3

Museums in Poiana

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Teodor Cincu" History Museum
Buciumeni Monastery Museum Collection
Marasesti Mausoleum
Muzeul Aeronauticii Moldovei
Muzeul luptelor de la Mărășești
Sihastru Orthodox Hermitage Museum Collection
Town Museum
Wine Growing Museum

Libraries in Poiana

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Biblioteca Municipală „Ștefan Perică” Tecuci0.0
Biblioteca Orașului Adjud0.0
Biblioteca Podu Turcului0.0
Biblioteca Publică “Ana Georgescu”0.0
Papetărie0.0

Farmers Markets in Poiana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agroland Podu Turcului
Gino Market
Han Arena Srl
Kligor
Mega Image
Minimarket AF Steclaru
Minimarket Muncelu
Minimarket PGM
Obor
Obor animale
Piața agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Adjud
Piața Centrală
Piața de produse industriale
Piața Odobești
Piața Panciu 1
Piața Panciu 2
SC Elim Star Com MiniMarket
SC Ginomar Srl Magazin Mixt
SC Radical

Stadiums & Teams in Poiana

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Poiana

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia Gura Bustei - Viișoara 0.0 $0

Airports Near Poiana

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Aerial Club VădeniSmall Airport
Amicii Dabija AirfieldSmall Airport
Aripi Ramnicene AirstripSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Poiana

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”
Biserica „Sfântul Nicolae"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
246 m (807 ft)
Founded
1522
Postal Code
807226

🇷🇴 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 Poiana

What is the population of Poiana?

Poiana has a population of 1,453 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 20.0 square miles.

Is Poiana expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,336, 80% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Poiana?

Poiana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches, with 29.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Poiana?

There are 44 business establishments in the area.

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