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Bălcești
City in Gorj, Romania
Overview
Bălcești is a charming small town in Gorj County, set in the scenic valleys of southwestern Romania. With its blend of traditional rural life and peaceful landscapes, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for visitors seeking authenticity away from busy cities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Gorj
Population
4,235
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
45.11°, 23.63°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
76
Female Safety
72
LGBTQ+ Safety
38
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$788
Local Cost
$460
Local Income
$430
Cashless
30
English
35
Temperature
10.4°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
-0.8°C
Record High
39.9°C
Record Low
-23.8°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
749 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 70/100.
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