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Scoarţa, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Scoarţa is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 4,973. Elevation: 833 ft (254 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,973 Population 119/sq mi density
833 ft Elevation 254 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
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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 Scoarţa

Scoarţa

Scoarța is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of eleven villages: Bobu, Budieni, Câmpu Mare, Cerătu de Copăcioasa, Colibași, Copăcioasa, Lazuri, Lintea, Mogoșani, Pișteștii din Deal, and Scoarța.

People

Population4,973
Density119/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Population4,973
Population Density119 / sq mi
Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Coordinates45.0167°, 23.4500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.2 inches (918 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Scoarţa

Scoarţa is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 4,973. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet (254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

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

Income: Scoarţa vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)149

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Scoarţa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 272 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area41.8 sq mi (108.2 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates45.0167°N, 23.4500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.2"
5% below Romania avg
Snowfall 9.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.58"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 83 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 22 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 25 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 24 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 148 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 80 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 148 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 30 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 7 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 27 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 91 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 17 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 77 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 95 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 90 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 114 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 34 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 31 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 30 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Scoarţa has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Scoarţa

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 Scoarţa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum
"Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House
"Tudor Vladimirescu" Memorial House
Art Museum
Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection
Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu
Ethnographic Collection
Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj
Lainici Monastery Museum Collection
Muzeul Cula Cartianu
Sacelu Museum Collection
Village Museum

Libraries in Scoarţa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0
Librărie0.0

Farmers Markets in Scoarţa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Centrală

Gas Stations in Scoarţa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol-Gaz-El MARC

Banks in Scoarţa

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CreditCoop

Stadiums & Teams in Scoarţa

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Ski Resorts Near Scoarţa

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 Scoarţa

7 airports within the area.

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

Post Offices in Scoarţa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficiul Poștal

Churches & Religious Organizations in Scoarţa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica
Biserica

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1480
Postal Code
215500
Mayor
Dănuț Birău
Website
primariacarbunesti.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Scoarţa

What is the population of Scoarţa?

Scoarţa has a population of 4,973 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 41.8 square miles.

Is Scoarţa 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 Scoarţa?

Scoarţa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Scoarţa?

There are 149 business establishments in the area.

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