Demographics
In 2011, it had a population of 735,903 and the population density was 156.04/km². It is Romania's most populated county, having a population density double than the country's mean. It has surpassed Iaşi County with a population of 723,553.
- Romanians - 97.74%
- Romas, others.
| Year | County population |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 557,776 |
| 1956 | 623,817 |
| 1966 | 701,057 |
| 1977 | 817,168 |
| 1992 | 874,349 |
| 2002 | 829,945 |
| 2011 | 735,903 |
The county received an inflow of population who have moved here due to the industrial development. More info on:
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