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Pungeşti, Romania

Vaslui County · Romania

Pungeşti is a small town in Vaslui County, Romania with a population of 3,453. Elevation: 830 ft (253 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,453 Population 89/sq mi density
830 ft Elevation 253 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
23.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 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
$20,412 median income

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People

Population3,453
Density89/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Population3,453
Population Density89 / sq mi
Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Coordinates46.7000°, 27.3333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVaslui County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (594 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.3 inches (92 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Pungeşti

Pungeşti is a small town in Romania (Vaslui County) with a population of 3,453. The city sits at an elevation of 830 feet (253 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 23.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Pungeşti is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 104 business establishments.

Income: Pungeşti vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$20,412
73% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)104

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pungeşti 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 267 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 830 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 Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Area38.7 sq mi (100.1 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates46.7000°N, 27.3333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.4"
38% below Romania avg
Snowfall 36.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

356 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 M7.0 108 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 108 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 122 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 125 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 115 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 132 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 121 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 129 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 126 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 145 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 133 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 120 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 123 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 140 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 89 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 127 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 133 km
Sep 1, 1991 3 km SSE of Buda, Romania M4.8 140 km
Oct 23, 1992 2 km NE of Paltin, Romania M4.8 111 km
Jan 31, 1991 5 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 29°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Pungeşti has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Pungeşti

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
USV Radio -Universitatea Stefan cel Mare Suceava music, student radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Doxologia MP3 64 kbps
Smile FM Romania -Vaslui-Huși-Negrești-Bârlad 93.2 FM contemporary, news MP3 128 kbps
Smile FM (MD) chr, hits AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Iasi Fm music, news AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Dada fusion, jazz AAC+ 64 kbps
Rock Now Radio classic rock, rock MP3 128 kbps
Terranova Radio ambient, music MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Pungeşti

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca "Constantin Macarovici"0.0

Farmers Markets in Pungeşti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară

Ski Resorts Near Pungeşti

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Pungeşti

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Iaşi International AirportIASLarge Airport
Amicii Dabija AirfieldSmall Airport
Iaşi SudSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pungeşti

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica
Biserica Pungești

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 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 Pungeşti

What is the population of Pungeşti?

Pungeşti has a population of 3,453 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 38.7 square miles.

Is Pungeşti expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,412, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Pungeşti?

Pungeşti 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 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 36.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pungeşti?

There are 104 business establishments in the area.

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