Piteşti

City in Arges, Romania

Overview

Pitești is a lively mid-sized city in southern Romania, known for its mix of history, green spaces, and laid-back charm. It is a hub for commerce and culture in Arges county, with a lively city center and easy access to natural escapes like Trivale Forest. Visitors will find a blend of modern amenities, local traditions, and welcoming communities.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Arges
Population
141,275
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
44.85°, 24.87°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
73
Female Safety
67
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$1,091
Local Cost
$655
Local Income
$730
Cashless
60
English
45
Temperature
10.2°C
Summer Avg
21.3°C
Winter Avg
-1.1°C
Record High
38.9°C
Record Low
-22.5°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
747 mm
Internet Speed
278 Mbps
Upload
265 Mbps
Latency
5 ms
City Vibrancy
59
Coworking
0
Cafes
11
Nightlife
30
Parks
18
Transport
79
Walk Score
79
Footways
157.0
Airport
Distance

Neighborhoods

Estimated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 76/100.