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Râca, Romania

Arges · Romania

Râca is a small town in Arges, Romania with a population of 866. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
866 Population 18/sq mi density
545 ft Elevation 166 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
23.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Râca

Râca

Râca is a commune in Argeș County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Adunați, Bucov, and Râca. These were part of Popești Commune until 2003, when they were split off.

People

Population866
Density18/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Population866
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Coordinates44.4343°, 25.0433°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceArges
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation23.8 inches (605 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.2 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Râca

Râca is a small town in Romania (Arges) with a population of 866. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Râca is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: Râca vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Râca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 284 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 23.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area48.1 sq mi (124.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates44.4343°N, 25.0433°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.8"
37% below Romania avg
Snowfall 16.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.80"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 145 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 110 km
Jan 23, 2014 3 km W of Nehoiu, Romania M4.7 146 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 136 km
Oct 25, 1995 11 km S of Crivina, Romania M4.3 139 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 101 km
Aug 11, 2021 1 km SSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.2 149 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 89 km
Mar 29, 2014 3 km N of Corbu, Romania M4.1 139 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 83 km
Sep 7, 2019 Romania M4.1 139 km
May 17, 2005 2 km SW of P?ltineni, Romania M3.9 144 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 124 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 108 km
Apr 22, 2005 2 km NE of P?ltineni, Romania M3.7 149 km
May 7, 1993 4 km SW of ?inca Veche, Romania M3.6 145 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 149 km
Feb 12, 2005 1 km SSW of R?zvani, Romania M3.6 146 km
Jul 15, 2008 2 km SSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M3.6 148 km
Feb 1, 2005 5 km SSE of ?imon, Romania M3.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest

Râca has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 32°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Râca

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stil România -Radio Stil Manele manele MP3 128 kbps
Radio Romanian Dance MP3 128 kbps
Stil România -Radio Stil Dance dance MP3 128 kbps
Stabil Pitești manele, petrecere MP3 128 kbps
Radio Arges romanian folk MP3 128 kbps
Stil România -Radio Stil Popular petrecere, populară MP3 128 kbps
Târgoviște Radio dance, electro MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Râca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Anton and Maria Popescu" Memorial House
"Gala Galaction" Memorial Exhibition
"Marin Preda" Memorial Centre
"Vladimir Streinu" Memorial House
Ethnographic Museum
Ethnography Museum
Muzeul Etnografic
Village Museum

Libraries in Râca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Marica0.0

Farmers Markets in Râca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ANGEL PAN - MAGAZIN MIXT
Baronul Pro Market
Cooperativa de consum Ungheni
Piața agroalimentară Costești
Piața Rociu
San Market
Târg Ciolănești
Târg Gârdeşti
Târg saptamanal
Targ saptamanal Tufeni

Airports Near Râca

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fly Friends AirfieldSmall Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Ilfoveni (Aerogetic) AirfieldSmall Airport
Letca Nouă AirfieldSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Râca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Sfintii Arhangheli

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
134 m (440 ft)
Founded
1532
Postal Code
117590

🇷🇴 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 Râca

What is the population of Râca?

Râca has a population of 866 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 48.1 square miles.

Is Râca expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Râca?

Râca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Râca?

There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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