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

Population6,142

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 Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI21 (Good)

Rain27.6 in/yr

Sunny Days286/yr

Elevation2,539 ft (774 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband89.2%

Population	6,142
Elevation	2,539 ft (774 m)
Coordinates	45.4000°, 25.1667°
Timezone	Europe/Bucharest
Country	🇷🇴 Romania
State / Province	Arges
Average Temperature	40°F (4°C)
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation	27.6 inches (701 mm)
Annual Snowfall	6.9 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	43.2 years

Is Rucăr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rucăr 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. Rucăr 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

Rucăr has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Rucăr has a population of 6,142. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,142

Total Population

43.2yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rucăr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Rucăr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rucăr 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: Rucăr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.0%
	66% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.7%
	94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rucăr, 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: Rucăr vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.0%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	27.0%
	93% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	79.5%
Depression	2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	77.0%

Food & Exercise

Rucăr has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. The area enjoys 286 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)

Annual Average	39.6°F
	27% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days	286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.6 inches
	27% below US avg
Snowfall	6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	21.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.8%

Geography

Elevation	2,539 ft (774 m)
Coordinates	45.4000°N, 25.1667°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Access	89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Rucăr, Romania

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Is Rucăr a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Rucăr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Rucăr vs U.S. Average

Income: Rucăr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Rucăr vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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