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Răchițele de Jos, Romania

Arges · 🇷🇴 Romania

Răchițele de Jos is a small town in Arges, Romania with a population of 568. Elevation: 1,427 ft (435 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
568 Population
1,427 ft Elevation 435 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.0 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

Population568
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population568
Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)
Coordinates44.8858°, 24.6643°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceArges
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (839 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.2 inches (41 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Răchițele de Jos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Răchițele de Jos 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. Răchițele de Jos 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

Răchițele de Jos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Răchițele de Jos has a population of 568. 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

568
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Răchițele de Jos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Răchițele de Jos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Răchițele de Jos 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: Răchițele de Jos 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 Răchițele de Jos, 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: Răchițele de Jos 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

Răchițele de Jos experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 280 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 33.0 inches. 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 1,427 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,427 ft (435 m)
Coordinates44.8858°N, 24.6643°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in

Răchițele de Jos has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 32°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.2").

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 Răchițele de Jos

What is the population of Răchițele de Jos?

Răchițele de Jos has a population of 568 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 Răchițele de Jos expensive to live in?

Răchițele de Jos 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 Răchițele de Jos?

Răchițele de Jos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 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 Răchițele de Jos?

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

How are the schools in Răchițele de Jos?

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

How healthy is Răchițele de Jos?

The obesity rate in Răchițele de Jos 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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