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Prăjești, Romania

Bacău County · Romania

Prăjești is a small town in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 2,482. Elevation: 594 ft (181 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

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C+ Fair
2,482 Population 156/sq mi density
594 ft Elevation 181 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Prăjești

Prăjești

Prăjești is a commune in Bacău County, Western Moldavia, Romania. It is composed of a single village, Prăjești. It was part of Traian Commune until 2005, when it was split off as a separate commune.

People

Population2,482
Density156/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Population2,482
Population Density156 / sq mi
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Coordinates46.6547°, 26.9763°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (538 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.6 inches (83 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Prăjești

Prăjești is a small town in Romania (Bacău County) with a population of 2,482. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet (181 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Prăjești is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 74 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Prăjești experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.3 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates46.6547°N, 26.9763°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.2"
44% below Romania avg
Snowfall 32.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.35"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

409 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 94 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 95 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 107 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 146 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 102 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 110 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 106 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 116 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 133 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 127 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 112 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 116 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 115 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 108 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 107 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 115 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 92 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 125 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 118 km
Sep 1, 1991 3 km SSE of Buda, Romania M4.8 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 38°F (4°C) 1.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Prăjești has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Prăjești

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală Prăjești
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Radio Stations near Prăjești

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Moinesti FM dance, pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Prăjești

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Anton Ciobanu" Ceramic Art Galleries
"Dr. Alexandru Şafran" Jewish Museum
"George Apostu" Contemporary Art Museum
"George Bacovia" Memorial House
"Ion Borcea" Memorial Museum
"Ion Borcea" Natural Sciences Museum Complex
"Ion Ionescu de la Brad" Documentary Exhibition
"Iulian Antonescu" Museum Complex
"Nicu Enea" Memorial House
"Paul Ţarălungă" Museum Complex
"V. Anestin" Astronomical Observatory
Art Museum
Casa Memorială „Ion Borcea“
Magura Village School Museum
Muzeul „Paul Țarălungă”
Natural Sciences Museum, „Vivariu” Bacău
Village Museum

Libraries in Prăjești

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Costache Sturdza"0.0
Biblioteca Trifești0.0
National College Ferdinand I Library0.0
Vasile Alecsandri Universtity from Bacau Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Prăjești

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Market Bacău
Milcov Marketplace Bacău
Piata Sud

Stadiums & Teams in Prăjești

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Airports Near Prăjești

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Iaşi International AirportIASLarge Airport
Aerodromul GirovSmall Airport
Amicii Dabija AirfieldSmall Airport
Dumbrava Roșie AirfieldSmall Airport
Iaşi SudSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Timișești AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport
Zanesti AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prăjești

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica "Preasfânta Treime"
Biserica Ortodoxă Prăjești

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1491
Postal Code
607639

🇷🇴 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 Prăjești

What is the population of Prăjești?

Prăjești has a population of 2,482 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 156 people per square mile, spread across 16.0 square miles.

Is Prăjești expensive to live in?

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

What is the weather like in Prăjești?

Prăjești has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches, with 32.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Prăjești?

There are 74 business establishments in the area.

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