Poiana Cristei: population and statistics
Poiana Cristei has a population of 2,471 (2026) across 53.7 km², or 46.0 people per km². It ranks 1,937 of 3,181 localities by population. Its population is falling: −11.0% between 2016 and 2026.
- 2,471 residents
- 53.7 km²
- 46 people/km²
Key points
Among the 73 localities in Vrancea County, Poiana Cristei ranks No. 45 by population.
Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants: 8.1 ‰ in Poiana Cristei, compared with an average of 37.8 ‰ in Vrancea County and 60.3 ‰ nationally.
Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants: 33 ‰ in Poiana Cristei, compared with an average of 167 ‰ in Vrancea County and 252 ‰ nationally.
Poiana Cristei: the most common activity among active businesses is Land transport and transport via pipelines (7 businesses).
Poiana Cristei in numbers
Where is Poiana Cristei?
Population of Poiana Cristei over time
Poiana Cristei had 2,775 residents in 2016 and 2,471 in 2026.
| Year | Population (by registered residence) |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,609 |
| 2022 | 2,564 |
| 2023 | 2,538 |
| 2024 | 2,518 |
| 2025 | 2,508 |
| 2026 | 2,471 |
Did you know?
- “Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants”: lower than in 97% of localities.
- “Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants”: lower than in 90% of localities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 7,522 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous locality is Cotești (4,761 residents), 5.2 km away.
All indicators for Poiana Cristei
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 | Poiana Cristei | Vrancea County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| People settling in the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 11.7 ‰ | 16.3 ‰ | 16.0 ‰ | ranked 2,532 of 3,163 | |
| People leaving the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 19.4 ‰ | 19.4 ‰ | 17.3 ‰ | ranked 1,027 of 3,163 | |
| Live births per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 5.3 ‰ | 6.5 ‰ | 6.9 ‰ | ranked 2,377 of 3,157 | |
| Deaths per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 13.4 ‰ | 11.5 ‰ | 13.0 ‰ | ranked 1,460 of 3,163 |
Housing
| Indicator | Poiana Cristei | Vrancea County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Existing dwellings (2025) | 1,189 | 164,863 | 10,177,161 | ranked 2,090 of 3,181 | |
| Dwellings per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 481.2 ‰ | 450.3 ‰ | 484.8 ‰ | ranked 1,633 of 3,163 | |
| Average living floor area per dwelling (m²) (2025) | 47.4 m² | 52.7 m² | 50.3 m² | ranked 1,921 of 3,163 |
Economy
| Indicator | Poiana Cristei | Vrancea County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 8.1 ‰ | 37.8 ‰ | 29.4 ‰ | ranked 3,082 of 3,163 | |
| Companies registered in the last 12 months per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 0.40 ‰ | 2.31 ‰ | 2.10 ‰ | ranked 2,959 of 3,163 |
Employment
| Indicator | Poiana Cristei | Vrancea County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 33 ‰ | 167 ‰ | 71 ‰ | ranked 2,845 of 3,163 | |
| Registered unemployed as a share of labour resources (working-age population) (2026) | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.3% | ranked 1,366 of 3,163 |
Education
| Indicator | Poiana Cristei | Vrancea County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School population (children, pupils and students) per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 100 ‰ | 131 ‰ | 91 ‰ | ranked 1,272 of 3,158 | |
| Education units per 10,000 inhabitants (2025) | 4.0 per 10,000 inh. | 3.1 per 10,000 inh. | 3.6 per 10,000 inh. | ranked 1,308 of 3,122 |
Businesses by activity: Poiana Cristei
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
- Transport and storage9 · 19.1%
- Wholesale and retail trade8 · 17.0%
- Accommodation and food services7 · 14.9%
- Construction5 · 10.6%
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing4 · 8.5%
- Manufacturing3 · 6.4%
Most common activities
- Land transport and transport via pipelines7 · 14.9%
- Wholesale trade (except motor vehicles)6 · 12.8%
- Retail trade (except motor vehicles)6 · 12.8%
- Warehousing and transport support activities6 · 12.8%
- Food and beverage service activities6 · 12.8%
- Construction of buildings4 · 8.5%
- Forestry and logging3 · 6.4%
- Specialised construction activities3 · 6.4%
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Poiana Cristei?
Poiana Cristei has 2,471 residents (2026), ranking 1,937 of 3,181 localities.
How big is Poiana Cristei?
Poiana Cristei covers 53.7 km², with a density of 46 people per km².
Is the population of Poiana Cristei growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Poiana Cristei went from 2,775 to 2,471, a change of −11.0%.
Where is Poiana Cristei?
Poiana Cristei is in Vrancea County. Latitude 45.650, longitude 26.983.
Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Poiana Cristei?
In Poiana Cristei, “Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 8.1 ‰ (2026), ranking 3,082 of 3,163 localities; the national median is 29.4 ‰.
Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Poiana Cristei?
In Poiana Cristei, “Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 33 ‰ (2024), ranking 2,845 of 3,163 localities; the national median is 71 ‰.
Which localities border Poiana Cristei?
The nearest to Poiana Cristei are Cotești (5.2 km), Gura Caliței (7.9 km), Popești (9.7 km), Cârligele (9.8 km), Dumitrești (10 km).