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Valea Mare, Romania

Gorj County · Romania

Valea Mare is a small town in Gorj County, Romania with a population of 1,010. Elevation: 1,129 ft (344 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,010 Population 10/sq mi density
1,129 ft Elevation 344 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
35.2 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 Valea Mare

Hobița ist ein Dorf im Kreis Gorj in der Kleinen Walachei in Rumänien. Der Ort ist Teil der Gemeinde Peștișani.

People

Population1,010
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Population1,010
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Coordinates45.1126°, 23.0800°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceGorj County
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (893 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.9 inches (30 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Valea Mare

Valea Mare is a small town in Romania (Gorj County) with a population of 1,010. The city sits at an elevation of 1,129 feet (344 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Valea Mare is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Valea Mare vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Valea Mare experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 268 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,129 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area101.0 sq mi (261.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates45.1126°N, 23.0800°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below Romania avg
Snowfall 11.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 59 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 10 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 8 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 7 km
May 24, 2002 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania M4.7 122 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 58 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 147 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 37 km
Aug 2, 2002 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania M4.5 123 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 146 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 4 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 5 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 147 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 55 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 72 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 14 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 126 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 77 km
Jun 9, 2016 6 km S of Turija, Serbia M4.2 136 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Valea Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Valea Mare

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 Valea Mare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Alexandru stefulescu" Gorj County Museum
"Maria Apostol" Museum Collection
Art Museum
Cartianu House Ethnographic Collection
Casa Memorială Constantin Brâncuși
Casa Memorială Ecaterina Teodoroiu
Constantin Brâncuși Memorial House
Museul costumului popular gorjenesc
Muzeul Cula Cartianu
Village Museum
Village Museum

Libraries in Valea Mare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibleoteca Olimpia Bratu0.0

Farmers Markets in Valea Mare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Centrală
Piața Lupeni

Stadiums & Teams in Valea Mare

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Valea Mare

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Muntele Mic 0.0 $0
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0

Airports Near Valea Mare

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Drobeta-Turnu Severin AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăița AirstripSmall Airport
Predeşti SkyFun AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Valea Mare

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1518
Postal Code
217341

🇷🇴 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 Valea Mare

What is the population of Valea Mare?

Valea Mare has a population of 1,010 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 101.0 square miles.

Is Valea Mare 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 Valea Mare?

Valea Mare has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Valea Mare?

There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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