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Valea Ursului, Romania

Arges · Romania

Valea Ursului is a small town in Arges, Romania with a population of 764. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
764 Population 40/sq mi density
1,040 ft Elevation 317 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
28.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Valea Ursului

Valea Ursului

Valea Ursului is a commune in Neamț County, Western Moldavia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Bucium, Chilii, Giurgeni, Muncelu de Jos, and Valea Ursului.

People

Population764
Density40/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Population764
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates44.8894°, 24.7711°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceArges
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (719 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.8 inches (53 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Valea Ursului

Valea Ursului is a small town in Romania (Arges) with a population of 764. The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet (317 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Valea Ursului is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Valea Ursului vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Valea Ursului experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area19.0 sq mi (49.2 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates44.8894°N, 24.7711°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"
26% below Romania avg
Snowfall 20.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

138 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2025.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 126 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 128 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 139 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 144 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 128 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 129 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 133 km
Dec 30, 1997 11 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 146 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 79 km
Feb 8, 2017 3 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M4.7 136 km
Jan 23, 2014 3 km W of Nehoiu, Romania M4.7 131 km
Apr 25, 2018 15 km SSE of Comand?u, Romania M4.7 148 km
Aug 2, 2017 8 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 147 km
Sep 3, 2019 4 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.6 133 km
Apr 3, 2014 1 km SW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.6 143 km
Nov 14, 1999 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 136 km
Mar 4, 2001 5 km NNW of Ca?oca, Romania M4.6 136 km
Oct 5, 2003 12 km SSE of Comand?u, Romania M4.5 150 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 135 km
Jan 10, 2012 2 km ENE of Ca?oca, Romania M4.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in

Valea Ursului has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Valea Ursului

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Gimnazială — — — —
Școala Primară — — — —
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Radio Stations near Valea Ursului

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stabil Pitești manele, petrecere MP3 128 kbps
Radio Arges romanian folk MP3 128 kbps
METRONOM FM — OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Valea Ursului

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Liviu Rebreanu" Memorial House
Arges County Museum
Art Gallery
Centrul Județean pentru Conservarea și Promovarea Culturii Tradiționale Argeș
Museum of Sport in the Argeș County
Muzeul Etnografic
Muzeul etnografic Prof. C.I. Năstase
Muzeul Goleștilor
Muzeul Național Brătianu - Vila Florica
Naive Art Gallery
Pitești prison memorial
Planetarium
Wine Growing and Tree Growing Museum

Libraries in Valea Ursului

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Acasă0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Comunei Tigveni0.0
Biblioteca județeană "Dinicu Golescu" Argeș0.0
Libraria Emma0.0
Librărie0.0
Marica0.0

Farmers Markets in Valea Ursului

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bloc Mambo
Complex 1 Trivale
Micropiața CEAIR
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Centrală
Piața agroalimentară Costești
Piața CEAIR
Piața Complex 2
Piața Craiovei
Piața de legume Trivale
Piața de legume Trivale
Piața Găvana
Piața Mioveni
Piața Smârdan
Piața Stâlpeni
Piața Traian
Piața Trivale
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Stadiums & Teams in Valea Ursului

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Airports Near Valea Ursului

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geamăna Airfield—Small Airport
Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Topoloveni Airfield—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Valea Ursului

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centrul de reabilitare a persoanelor cu dizabilități Argeș

Churches & Religious Organizations in Valea Ursului

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Sfinții Ioachim și Ana

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
444 m (1,457 ft)
Founded
1570
Postal Code
117055

🇷🇴 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 Ursului

What is the population of Valea Ursului?

Valea Ursului has a population of 764 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 19.0 square miles.

Is Valea Ursului expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Valea Ursului?

Valea Ursului has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches, with 20.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Valea Ursului?

There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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