Romania: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to Romania — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
19,473,936
#60 of 197 countries
Area
238,391 km²
#82 of 248 countries
Density
81.7 / km²
#129 of 245 countries

Romania has a population of 19,473,936 spread across 238,391 km², giving it an average density of 81.7 people per km².

Most Populous Cities

Bucharest
1,877,155
10297 / km²
Iași
378,954
2971 / km²
Constanţa
317,832
6216 / km²
Cluj-Napoca
286,598
5102 / km²
Braşov
253,200
2806 / km²
Timişoara
250,849
4531 / km²
Craiova
234,140
5055 / km²
Galaţi
217,851
4081 / km²
Târgu Mureș
212,752
4575 / km²
Oradea
183,105
1411 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
45.8
Life Expectancy
76.9 yrs
Literacy Rate
99.2%
Government
semi-presidential republic
Ethnic Groups
Religions
GDP by Sector

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Romania is classified as a high income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 40% of US levels, meaning costs are moderate and most travellers will find it reasonably affordable.

Income Level
High income
GDP per Capita
$18,244
Cost of Living
40% of US
Inflation
10.4%
Inequality
32.3
Moderate