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Poienii de Jos, Romania

Bihor County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Poienii de Jos is a small town in Bihor County, Romania with a population of 680. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
680 Population
886 ft Elevation 270 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$18,468 median income, 6.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $18,468
75% lower than US avg
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

Population680
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468
Per Capita$18,244
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population680
Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Coordinates46.6084°, 22.5006°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBihor County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,144 mm)
Annual Snowfall41.3 inches (105 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468
Median Age43.2 years

Is Poienii de Jos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poienii de Jos 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, below-average incomes. Poienii de Jos has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poienii de Jos is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Poienii de Jos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 41.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Poienii de Jos has a population of 680. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

680
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Poienii de Jos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Poienii de Jos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poienii de Jos is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Poienii de Jos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below US avg
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 Poienii de Jos, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Poienii de Jos 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

Poienii de Jos experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 41.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall41.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Coordinates46.6084°N, 22.5006°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.6 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in Wettest
July 71°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Poienii de Jos has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 30°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.5").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Poienii de Jos

What is the population of Poienii de Jos?

Poienii de Jos has a population of 680 residents and is located in Romania.. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Poienii de Jos expensive to live in?

Poienii de Jos is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Poienii de Jos?

Poienii de Jos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 41.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Poienii de Jos?

The unemployment rate in Poienii de Jos is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Poienii de Jos?

22.0% of adults in Poienii de Jos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

How healthy is Poienii de Jos?

The obesity rate in Poienii de Jos is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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