Romania

Romania Quick Facts…

Official NameRomania
Common NameRomania – /ɹoʊˈmeɪ.ni.ə/
NationalityRomanian(s) – noun, Romanian – adjective
IndependenceRepublic proclaimed in 1947
Administrative Divisions41 counties and 1 municipality
Total Population18.1 million (#70) with 54.7% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasBucharest (capital city)
Major LanguagesRomanian (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access84% of total population
CurrencyLei (RON)
Real GDP (PPP)$619.0 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$32,500 (#72) – 2022 estimate
Total Area238,391 sq km / 92,043 sq mi (#83) with 3.6% water area
Geographic RegionEurope – Eastern Europe
Bordering CountriesBulgaria, Hungary, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine
Bordering Water BodiesBlack Sea

National Anthem: “Desteapta-te romane!” (Wake up, Romanian!)