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Valea Mare, Romania

Olt · Romania

Valea Mare is a small town in Olt, Romania with a population of 3,961. Elevation: 650 ft (198 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,961 Population 540/sq mi density
650 ft Elevation 198 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
23.7 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

Valea Mare

Valea Mare is a commune in Olt County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Bârca, Recea, Turia, Valea Mare and Zorleasca.

People

Population3,961
Density540/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Population3,961
Population Density540 / sq mi
Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Coordinates44.4667°, 24.4333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceOlt
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (601 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.7 inches (37 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Valea Mare

Valea Mare is a small town in Romania (Olt) with a population of 3,961. The city sits at an elevation of 650 feet (198 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 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 119 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)119

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Valea Mare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 650 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density540/sq mi
Coordinates44.4667°N, 24.4333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.7"
38% below Romania avg
Snowfall 14.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.87"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 20, 2023.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 120 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 123 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 121 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 131 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 127 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 94 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 124 km
Mar 19, 2020 8 km NNW of Glod, Romania M4.3 120 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 116 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 91 km
Jun 24, 2014 4 km NNW of Corabia, Romania M4.1 73 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 128 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 126 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 131 km
Dec 21, 1999 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania M3.8 121 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 85 km
Apr 17, 1990 4 km SW of Voite?tii din Vale, Romania M3.6 106 km
Feb 1, 2005 5 km SSE of ?imon, Romania M3.5 132 km
Jul 10, 2008 7 km NNW of Bâlta, Romania M3.4 133 km
Jun 27, 2008 5 km NE of Tele?ti, Romania M3.3 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Valea Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Valea Mare

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stabil Pitești manele, petrecere MP3 128 kbps
Radio Arges romanian folk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Valea Mare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"St. Elias" Church Museum Collection
"Theodor Balasel" Memorial House
Brancoveni Monastery Museum
Casa Memorială Gib Mihăescu
Casa Memorială Nicolae Ceaușescu
Centrul Militar Slatina
Centrul Muzeal „Aviator Alexandru Şerbănescu”
Clocociov Monastery Museum
Colecția de Arheologie și Etnografie
Colecție Muzeală din Poboru
Museum
Olt County Museum
Vineyard and Wine Museum

Libraries in Valea Mare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Ion Minulescu”0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Drăgășani0.0

Farmers Markets in Valea Mare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Drăgășani
Piața Frații Buzești
PIATA ZAHANA

Gas Stations in Valea Mare

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hidrohan Recon

Stadiums & Teams in Valea Mare

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Valea Mare

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Craiova International AirportCRALarge Airport
Balta Verde AirfieldSmall Airport
Geamăna AirfieldSmall Airport
Topoloveni AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Valea Mare

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Buicești - Cuvioasa Paraschiva
Biserica Ortodoxă Valea Mare

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
135 m (443 ft)
Area
53.9 km² (20.8 mi²)
Founded
1368
Postal Code
230002–230128
Mayor
De Mezzo Mario-Lucian
Website
primariaslatina.ro/
Twinned With
Solotvyno

🇷🇴 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 3,961 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 540 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 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 enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Valea Mare?

There are 119 business establishments in the area.

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