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Racoviţa, Romania

Vâlcea County · Romania

Racoviţa is a small town in Vâlcea County, Romania with a population of 1,824. Elevation: 1,467 ft (447 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,824 Population 13/sq mi density
1,467 ft Elevation 447 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 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
$12,528 median income

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About Racoviţa

Racoviţa

Racovița – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Vâlcea, w gminie Racovița. W 2011 roku liczyła 310 mieszkańców.

People

Population1,824
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,467 ft (447 m)
Population1,824
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation1,467 ft (447 m)
Coordinates45.4167°, 24.3167°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceVâlcea 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$12,528

About Racoviţa

Racoviţa is a small town in Romania (Vâlcea County) with a population of 1,824. The city sits at an elevation of 1,467 feet (447 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 $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 55 business establishments.

Income: Racoviţa vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$12,528
83% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)55

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 1,467 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

Elevation1,467 ft (447 m)
Area141.6 sq mi (366.6 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates45.4167°N, 24.3167°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 164.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 94 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 146 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 94 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 100 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 150 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 94 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 115 km
Sep 3, 2019 4 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.6 149 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 75 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 104 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 100 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 85 km
Oct 25, 1995 11 km S of Crivina, Romania M4.3 132 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 92 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 112 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 147 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 49 km
Sep 7, 2019 Romania M4.1 143 km
Dec 9, 1991 8 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.1 148 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
August 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in

Racoviţa has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 27°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Racoviţa

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 dance, house MP3 128 kbps
METRONOM FM OGG 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

Museums in Racoviţa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Sigmond Dachler" Museum
Boita Village Collection
Cozia Monastery Museum Collection
Expoziție etnografică
Muzeul Memorial General David Paprogescu
Muzeul Turnu Roșu
Relicvariul Schitului Pătrunsa
Turnu Rosu Village Exhibition

Libraries in Racoviţa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Cepari0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Sălătrucel0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Șuici0.0
Biblioteca Orașului Călimănești0.0

Farmers Markets in Racoviţa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață
Piața Băile Olănești
Piața Căciulata
Tarabe

Restaurants in Racoviţa

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pensiunea Bety
Restaurant Alex

Train Stations in Racoviţa

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cornet

Gas Stations in Racoviţa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrom

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
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Racoviţa

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Bradu
Biserica Gruiu Lupului
Biserica Ortodoxă Balota (1921)
Biserica Ortodoxă Înălțarea Domnului din Copăceni
Biserica Pogorârea Sfântului Duh
Biserica Sf Nicolae
Mănăstirea Ortodoxă „Blănoiu”
Sf Nicolae

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
338 m (1,109 ft)
Postal Code
247530

🇷🇴 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 1,824 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 141.6 square miles.

Is Racoviţa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,528, 83% 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 55 business establishments in the area.

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