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Valea Salciei, Romania

Buzău County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Valea Salciei is a small town in Buzău County, Romania with a population of 458. Elevation: 1,319 ft (402 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
458 Population
1,319 ft Elevation 402 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.9 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

Population458
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population458
Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Coordinates45.4962°, 26.8236°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBuzău County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (555 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.4 inches (92 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Valea Salciei a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valea Salciei 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 Salciei 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 Salciei experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Valea Salciei has a population of 458. 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

458
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Valea Salciei vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Valea Salciei vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valea Salciei 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 Salciei 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 Salciei, 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 Salciei 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 Salciei experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 276 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 1,319 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall36.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Coordinates45.4962°N, 26.8236°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
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

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