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Văcarea, Romania
Gorj County · Romania
Văcarea is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 516. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Văcarea
Târgu Jiu (Romanian pronunciation: [ˌtɨrɡu ˈʒiw], is the capital of Gorj County in the Oltenia region of Romania. It is situated on the Southern Sub-Carpathians, on the banks of the river Jiu. Eight localities are administered by the city: Bârsești, Drăgoieni, Iezureni, Polata, Preajba Mare, Romanești, Slobozia, and Ursați.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 516 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.9669°, 23.3006° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Gorj County |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (918 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.0 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,468 |
About Văcarea
Văcarea is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 516. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 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.
Income: Văcarea vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,468 |
| 75% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 15 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Romania avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 32.3 sq mi (83.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9669°N, 23.3006°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Văcarea has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Văcarea
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Primară Văcarea | — | — | — | — |
| Grădinița cu Program Normal Văcarea | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Văcarea
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 Văcarea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum | ||||
| "Ion Popescu Voitesti" Memorial House | ||||
| "Maria Apostol" Museum Collection | ||||
| Art Museum | ||||
| Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection | ||||
| Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși | ||||
| Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu | ||||
| Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House | ||||
| Folk Architecture Museum of Gorj | ||||
| Muzeul Cula Cartianu | ||||
| Sacelu Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Collection | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Văcarea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunală Văgiuleşti | 0.0 | |||||
| Librărie | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Văcarea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Centrală |
Stadiums & Teams in Văcarea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Văcarea
5 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 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Văcarea
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Craiova International Airport | CRA | Large Airport |
| Balta Verde Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barza Târgu-Jiu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Drobeta-Turnu Severin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăița Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Predeşti SkyFun Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Văcarea
What is the population of Văcarea?
Văcarea has a population of 516 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles.
Is Văcarea 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 Văcarea?
Văcarea 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 Văcarea?
There are 15 business establishments in the area.