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Poplaca, Romania

Sibiu County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Poplaca is a small town in Sibiu County, Romania with a population of 1,742. Elevation: 1,991 ft (607 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,742 Population 131/sq mi density
1,991 ft Elevation 607 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population1,742
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density131/mi²
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population1,742
Population Density131 / sq mi
Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)
Coordinates45.7167°, 24.0500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSibiu County
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Poplaca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poplaca 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. Poplaca 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

Poplaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Poplaca has a population of 1,742 with a density of 131 people per square mile, spread across 13.3 square miles. 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

1,742
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
13.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Poplaca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Poplaca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poplaca is N/A. 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: Poplaca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Poplaca, 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: Poplaca 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

Poplaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. 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 1,991 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)
Area13.3 sq mi (34.5 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates45.7167°N, 24.0500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 1.3 in

Poplaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.1").

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

Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area13.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Poplaca

What is the population of Poplaca?

Poplaca has a population of 1,742 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 13.3 square miles. 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 Poplaca expensive to live in?

Poplaca is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Poplaca?

Poplaca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Poplaca?

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

How are the schools in Poplaca?

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

How healthy is Poplaca?

The obesity rate in Poplaca 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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