Băbiciu: population and statistics
Băbiciu has a population of 1,910 (2026) across 38.9 km², or 49.1 people per km². It ranks 2,401 of 3,181 localities by population. Its population is falling: −8.7% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,910 residents
- 38.9 km²
- 49 people/km²
Key points
Among the 112 localities in Olt County, Băbiciu ranks No. 66 by population.
Average living floor area per dwelling (m²): 70.0 m² in Băbiciu, compared with an average of 47.1 m² in Olt County and 51.1 m² nationally.
People leaving the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants: 23.6 ‰ in Băbiciu, compared with an average of 19.5 ‰ in Olt County and 20.1 ‰ nationally.
Băbiciu: the most common activity among active businesses is Retail trade (except motor vehicles) (18 businesses).
Băbiciu in numbers
Where is Băbiciu?
Neighbouring localities
- Gostavățu4.1 km · 2,508
- Scărișoara5.1 km · 2,905
- Traian6.7 km · 2,713
- Sprâncenata6.7 km · 2,097
- Stoenești9.0 km · 2,064
- Studina9.3 km · 2,501
- Dăneasa10 km · 3,178
- Deveselu10 km · 2,963
Localities of similar size
Population of Băbiciu over time
Băbiciu had 2,091 residents in 2016 and 1,910 in 2026.
| Year | Population (by registered residence) |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,007 |
| 2022 | 1,983 |
| 2023 | 1,966 |
| 2024 | 1,949 |
| 2025 | 1,938 |
| 2026 | 1,910 |
Did you know?
- “Average living floor area per dwelling (m²)”: higher than in 95% of localities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 5,445 football pitches.
- The nearest locality is Gostavățu, 4.1 km away.
- The nearest more populous locality is Scărișoara (2,905 residents), 5.1 km away.
All indicators for Băbiciu
Value for the locality, then the regional average and the national median (for counts: regional and national totals). The gauge places the locality between the lowest and highest value in the country.
Population
| Indicator | Băbiciu | Olt County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| People settling in the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 16.8 ‰ | 16.3 ‰ | 16.0 ‰ | ranked 1,407 of 3,163 | |
| People leaving the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 23.6 ‰ | 19.5 ‰ | 17.3 ‰ | ranked 373 of 3,163 | |
| Live births per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 8.9 ‰ | 5.9 ‰ | 6.9 ‰ | ranked 737 of 3,157 | |
| Deaths per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 17.8 ‰ | 13.3 ‰ | 13.0 ‰ | ranked 559 of 3,163 |
Housing
| Indicator | Băbiciu | Olt County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Existing dwellings (2025) | 1,020 | 211,826 | 10,177,161 | ranked 2,401 of 3,181 | |
| Dwellings per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 534.0 ‰ | 526.0 ‰ | 484.8 ‰ | ranked 1,053 of 3,163 | |
| Average living floor area per dwelling (m²) (2025) | 70.0 m² | 47.1 m² | 50.3 m² | ranked 161 of 3,163 |
Economy
| Indicator | Băbiciu | Olt County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 20.9 ‰ | 37.4 ‰ | 29.4 ‰ | ranked 2,350 of 3,163 | |
| Companies registered in the last 12 months per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 1.05 ‰ | 2.31 ‰ | 2.10 ‰ | ranked 2,515 of 3,163 |
Employment
| Indicator | Băbiciu | Olt County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 63 ‰ | 187 ‰ | 71 ‰ | ranked 1,792 of 3,163 | |
| Registered unemployed as a share of labour resources (working-age population) (2026) | 7.4% | 3.1% | 2.3% | ranked 391 of 3,163 |
Health
| Indicator | Băbiciu | Olt County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 0.52 ‰ | 1.96 ‰ | 0.52 ‰ | ranked 1,416 of 2,833 | |
| Family doctors per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 0.52 ‰ | 0.67 ‰ | 0.46 ‰ | ranked 1,069 of 2,807 |
Education
| Indicator | Băbiciu | Olt County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School population (children, pupils and students) per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 82 ‰ | 137 ‰ | 91 ‰ | ranked 1,946 of 3,158 | |
| Education units per 10,000 inhabitants (2025) | 5.2 per 10,000 inh. | 3.9 per 10,000 inh. | 3.6 per 10,000 inh. | ranked 793 of 3,122 |
Businesses by activity: Băbiciu
Active businesses in the business register with a recorded activity, by section and by activity (NACE Rev. 2). Only activities with at least 3 businesses are shown.
By industry section
- Wholesale and retail trade25 · 31.6%
- Transport and storage11 · 13.9%
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing6 · 7.6%
- Construction6 · 7.6%
- Accommodation and food services6 · 7.6%
- Administrative and support services5 · 6.3%
- Real estate4 · 5.1%
- Manufacturing3 · 3.8%
Most common activities
- Retail trade (except motor vehicles)18 · 22.8%
- Wholesale trade (except motor vehicles)13 · 16.5%
- Crop and animal production, hunting and related services6 · 7.6%
- Land transport and transport via pipelines6 · 7.6%
- Construction of buildings5 · 6.3%
- Specialised construction activities5 · 6.3%
- Food and beverage service activities5 · 6.3%
- Warehousing and transport support activities4 · 5.1%
- Real estate activities4 · 5.1%
- Trade and repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles3 · 3.8%
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Băbiciu?
Băbiciu has 1,910 residents (2026), ranking 2,401 of 3,181 localities.
How big is Băbiciu?
Băbiciu covers 38.9 km², with a density of 49 people per km².
Is the population of Băbiciu growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Băbiciu went from 2,091 to 1,910, a change of −8.7%.
Where is Băbiciu?
Băbiciu is in Olt County. Latitude 44.027, longitude 24.539.
Average living floor area per dwelling (m²): what is the figure for Băbiciu?
In Băbiciu, “Average living floor area per dwelling (m²)” stands at 70.0 m² (2025), ranking 161 of 3,163 localities; the national median is 50.3 m².
People leaving the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Băbiciu?
In Băbiciu, “People leaving the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 23.6 ‰ (2025), ranking 373 of 3,163 localities; the national median is 17.3 ‰.
Which localities border Băbiciu?
The nearest to Băbiciu are Gostavățu (4.1 km), Scărișoara (5.1 km), Traian (6.7 km), Sprâncenata (6.7 km), Stoenești (9.0 km).