Romania
Carpathian Castles and Forest Legends
Overview
A Southeastern European nation of Carpathian mountain castles, painted monasteries, and the Transylvanian legend of Dracula, with a fast-growing IT sector and lively cities.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Southeast Europe
Land Area
238,391 km²
Capital
Bucharest
Languages
Romanian
Currencies
Romanian leu (lei)
At a Glance
64
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
38
Freedom
79
Security
75
Life Expectancy
72.8 yrs
Median Age
42.6 yrs
Urbanization
55%
Cost Index
41
Housing Index
18
Healthcare Access
38/100
Climate
Average Temperature
10.2°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Oraş Gãeşti 12°C
2 Oraş Rãcari 12°C
3 Oraş Titu 12°C
4 Municipiul Târgovişte 10.5°C
5 Oraş Fieni 10.5°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 41
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 18
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 16.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 92/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 10/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 155 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 104
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.61% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 137 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 25/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025