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Vlăhiţa, Romania

Harghita County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Vlăhiţa is a small city in Harghita County, Romania with a population of 6,922. Elevation: 2,713 ft (827 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,922 Population
2,713 ft Elevation 827 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
25.0 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

Population6,922
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 Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,713 ft (827 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population6,922
Elevation2,713 ft (827 m)
Coordinates46.3450°, 25.5270°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceHarghita County
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (634 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Vlăhiţa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vlăhiţa 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. Vlăhiţa 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

Vlăhiţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Vlăhiţa has a population of 6,922. 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

6,922
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vlăhiţa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vlăhiţa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vlăhiţa 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: Vlăhiţa 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 Vlăhiţa, 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: Vlăhiţa 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

Vlăhiţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 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 2,713 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation2,713 ft (827 m)
Coordinates46.3450°N, 25.5270°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.2 in

Vlăhiţa has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 20°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.0").

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 Vlăhiţa

What is the population of Vlăhiţa?

Vlăhiţa has a population of 6,922 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 Vlăhiţa expensive to live in?

Vlăhiţa 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 Vlăhiţa?

Vlăhiţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Vlăhiţa?

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

How are the schools in Vlăhiţa?

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

How healthy is Vlăhiţa?

The obesity rate in Vlăhiţa 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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