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Racoviţa, Romania

Sibiu County · Romania

Racoviţa is a small town in Sibiu County, Romania with a population of 2,824. Elevation: 1,260 ft (384 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,824 Population 25/sq mi density
1,260 ft Elevation 384 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Racoviţa

Racoviţa

Racovița – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Sybin, w gminie Racovița. W 2011 roku liczyła 2022 mieszkańców.

People

Population2,824
Density25/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Population2,824
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Coordinates45.6833°, 24.3500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSibiu County
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,282 mm)
Annual Snowfall164.5 inches (418 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Racoviţa

Racoviţa is a small town in Romania (Sibiu County) with a population of 2,824. The city sits at an elevation of 1,260 feet (384 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Racoviţa is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 85 business establishments.

Income: Racoviţa vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Racoviţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 164.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,260 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below Romania avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area115.1 sq mi (298.0 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates45.6833°N, 24.3500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 164.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 16, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 111 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 145 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 150 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 110 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 116 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 148 km
Feb 8, 2017 3 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M4.7 150 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 97 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 116 km
Sep 3, 2019 4 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.6 147 km
Nov 14, 1999 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 148 km
Mar 4, 2001 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 148 km
Sep 30, 2010 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.5 149 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 96 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 120 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 116 km
Oct 25, 1995 11 km S of Crivina, Romania M4.3 130 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 109 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 92 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
August 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in

Racoviţa has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 27°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Racoviţa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Racovița
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Radio Stations near Racoviţa

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Baraka radio chillout+lounge MP3 192 kbps
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 dance, house MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Credinței crestin, religios MP3 128 kbps
Blaj Radio catolic, religios MP3 128 kbps
gofm.ro chansons françaises, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
goFM top hits MP3 128 kbps
Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Racoviţa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"ASTRA" Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization
"ASTRA" Museum of Transylvanian Civilisation
"August von Spiess" Hunting Museum
"Badea Cartan" Memorial Collection
"Dr. Gheorghe Telea-Bologa" Memorial Cultural Centre
"Emil Sigerus" Museum of Saxon Ethnography and Folk Art
"Franz Binder" World Ethnography Museum
"Mihai Eminescu House" Museum of Icons and Church Objects
"Sigmond Dachler" Museum
Altemberger House History Museum
Arme și trofee de vânătoare
ASTRA National Museum Complex
Avrig Museum
Boita Village Collection
Brukenthal National Museum
Cisnădie Ethnographic Collection
Dinosaurs from the Garden Exhibition
Ethnographic Museum Exhibition
Galeria de Artă Contemporană
History of Pharmacy Exhibition
Immersive Museum Sibiu
Interethnic Museum of Hârtibaciu Valley
Landeskirchliches Museum
Michelsberger Heimatmuseum
Muzeul Cârța
Muzeul Clubul Sportiv al Armatei Steaua București
Muzeul Landlerilor
Muzeul Memorial General David Paprogescu
Muzeul Turnu Roșu
Natural History Museum
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Steam Locomotives Museum
Textile Industry History Museum Exhibition
Turnu Rosu Village Exhibition
Turnul Dulgherilor

Libraries in Racoviţa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca ASTRA - Filiala Bâlea0.0
Biblioteca ASTRA - Filiala Hipodrom0.0
Biblioteca ASTRA - Filiala Vasile Aaron0.0
Biblioteca ASTRA-filiala V.Aurie0.0
Biblioteca Institutului de Cercetări Socio-Umane Sibiu0.0
Biblioteca Județeană ASTRA Sibiu, Corpul A0.0
Biblioteca Județeană ASTRA Sibiu, Corpul B0.0
Biblioteca Universitară "Lucian Blaga"0.0

Farmers Markets in Racoviţa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Habermann Market
Piață
Piața Agro-Alimentară Tălmaciu
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Sticla
Piata Cibin
Piața Rahovei
Târgul de Crăciun

Train Stations in Racoviţa

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Racoviţa

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Ski Resorts Near Racoviţa

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Racoviţa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Racoviţa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Sfânta Treime

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1443
Postal Code
557195

🇷🇴 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 Racoviţa

What is the population of Racoviţa?

Racoviţa has a population of 2,824 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 115.1 square miles.

Is Racoviţa 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 Racoviţa?

Racoviţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 164.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Racoviţa?

There are 85 business establishments in the area.

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