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Puchenii Mari, Romania

Prahova · 🇷🇴 Romania

Puchenii Mari is a small city in Prahova, Romania with a population of 8,869. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,869 Population
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
21.7 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

Population8,869
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population8,869
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates44.8167°, 26.0833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvincePrahova
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (550 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.2 inches (41 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Puchenii Mari a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puchenii Mari 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. Puchenii Mari 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

Puchenii Mari experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Puchenii Mari has a population of 8,869. 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

8,869
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Puchenii Mari vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Puchenii Mari vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puchenii Mari 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: Puchenii Mari 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 Puchenii Mari, 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: Puchenii Mari 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

Puchenii Mari experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 281 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 338 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates44.8167°N, 26.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
June 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in

Puchenii Mari has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 32°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.0").

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 Puchenii Mari

What is the population of Puchenii Mari?

Puchenii Mari has a population of 8,869 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 Puchenii Mari expensive to live in?

Puchenii Mari 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 Puchenii Mari?

Puchenii Mari has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Puchenii Mari?

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

How are the schools in Puchenii Mari?

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

How healthy is Puchenii Mari?

The obesity rate in Puchenii Mari 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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