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Valea Deșului, Romania

Gorj County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Valea Deșului is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 576. Elevation: 807 ft (246 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
576 Population
807 ft Elevation 246 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.2 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

Population576
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population576
Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Coordinates44.8554°, 23.5703°
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 Age43.2 years

Is Valea Deșului a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valea Deșului 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. Valea Deșului 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

Valea Deșului experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Valea Deșului has a population of 576. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

576
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Valea Deșului vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Valea Deșului vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valea Deșului is N/A. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Valea Deșului 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 Valea Deșului, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Valea Deșului 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

Valea Deșului 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Coordinates44.8554°N, 23.5703°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Valea Deșului has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 33°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.4").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Valea Deșului

What is the population of Valea Deșului?

Valea Deșului has a population of 576 residents and is located in Romania.. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Valea Deșului expensive to live in?

Valea Deșului is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 40.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Valea Deșului?

Valea Deșului 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Valea Deșului?

The unemployment rate in Valea Deșului is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Valea Deșului?

22.0% of adults in Valea Deșului hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

How healthy is Valea Deșului?

The obesity rate in Valea Deșului is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 27.0% of adults are smokers. 79.5% are physically inactive. 2.3% of residents report depression.

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