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Balș
City in Iași, Romania
Overview
Balș is a small town in Iași region, Romania, offering a relaxed pace of life and a glimpse into rural Moldavian culture. Visitors appreciate its friendly atmosphere, local traditions, and easy access to scenic countryside. While not a tourist hotspot, it provides authentic Romanian experiences away from the crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Iași
Population
16,114
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
47.30°, 26.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
42
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$892
Local Cost
$480
Local Income
$550
Cashless
40
English
30
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
21.6°C
Winter Avg
-2.3°C
Record High
40.9°C
Record Low
-30.3°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
618 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 2025-12-06.
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 52/100.
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