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Rătești, Romania

Buzău County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Rătești is a small town in Buzău County, Romania with a population of 660. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
660 Population
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
31.3 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

Population660
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population660
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates45.2964°, 26.6457°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBuzău County
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (796 mm)
Annual Snowfall47.1 inches (120 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Rătești a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rătești 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. Rătești 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

Rătești experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 47.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Rătești has a population of 660. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

660
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rătești vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rătești vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rătești is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rătești 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 Rătești, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% are current smokers. 2.3% report depression. 79.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rătești 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

Rătești has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall47.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates45.2964°N, 26.6457°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

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

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