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Ruget, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Ruget is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 657. Elevation: 1,293 ft (394 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
657 Population 27/sq mi density
1,293 ft Elevation 394 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.0 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
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Ruget

Ruget

Berbești is a town located in Vâlcea County, Romania, about 78 km (48 mi) south-west from the county seat, Râmnicu Vâlcea, in the historical region of Oltenia. It was granted town status by law in October 2003. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 4,231.

People

Population657
Density27/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Population657
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Coordinates45.0154°, 23.7677°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (837 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.4 inches (39 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Ruget

Ruget is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 657. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet (394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Ruget is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Ruget vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ruget 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 281 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 15.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Area24.8 sq mi (64.2 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates45.0154°N, 23.7677°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Romania avg
Snowfall 15.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.58"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 30, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 46 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 108 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 48 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 49 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 142 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 97 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 18 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 55 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 51 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 132 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 114 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 41 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 93 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 113 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 90 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 118 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 145 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 59 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 56 km
Sep 17, 1991 14 km SE of Dubova, Romania M3.8 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.8 in Coldest

Ruget has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Ruget

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.7 BIG FM (US) oldies AAC
Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM local, local news MP3 32 kbps
Radio Crasna latino, manele MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ruget

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House
Casa Memorială IG Duca
Colecția Muzeală de arte
Ethnographic Collection
Horezu Contemporary Folk Art Gallery
Hurezi Monastery Museum Collection
Sacelu Museum Collection
Village Museum
Village Museum
Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Ruget

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Orășenească "Ada Orleanu"0.0

Farmers Markets in Ruget

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața agroalimentară Horezu

Ski Resorts Near Ruget

6 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Ruget

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
54.3 km² (21.0 mi²)
Mayor
Petre Glomnicu

🇷🇴 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 Ruget

What is the population of Ruget?

Ruget has a population of 657 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles.

Is Ruget 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 Ruget?

Ruget 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 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 15.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ruget?

There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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