Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
636K
Population
123 km2
Area
264 Mbps
Internet
UTC+02:00
Timezone
RMO (11km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Chișinău is the capital and largest city of Moldova. The city is Moldova's main industrial and commercial centre. It is situated in the middle of the country, on the river Bîc, a tributary of the Dniester. According to the results of the 2024 Moldovan census, the population of the city proper stood at over 567,000 inhabitants, while the populati...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Moldova
Region
Eastern Europe
Population
636K
Timezone
UTC+02:00
Currency
MDL
Language
Romanian
Airport
RMO
GPS
47.01, 28.86
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
19,950 points of interest mapped in Chisinau — 162 per km2
Tech
264 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
64% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
History
Founded around 1436 — over 590 years of history
INFRASTRUCTURE
19,950 total POIs 162.2 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
404
Cafes
463
Bars
191
Fast Food
155
Shopping
Supermarkets
311
Convenience
679
Shopping Malls
45
Healthcare
Hospitals
49
Clinics
326
Pharmacies
423
Education
Schools
340
Universities
66
Libraries
43
Recreation
Parks
9,235
Playgrounds
732
Sports
724
Cinemas
8
Museums
18
Theatres
23
Transport
Bus Stops
1,015
Train Stations
11
Fuel Stations
201
Services
Banks
224
ATMs
236
Post Offices
83
Police
54
Fire Stations
10
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
264 Mbps
Download
230 Mbps
Upload
4ms
Latency
26,115
Tests
9,395
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
3°
J
4°
F
8°
M
14°
A
19°
M
23°
J
24°
J
23°
A
19°
S
14°
O
8°
N
4°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 13.5 C Range: 2.6 - 24.4 C Rain: 581 mm/year Sunshine: 2,991 h/year
CITY SCORES
96.0
Nomad Index
B
Livability
41.5
Culture
59.7
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
36.5
Overall
64% cheaper than NYC
15.8
Rent
84% cheaper than NYC
33.8
Groceries
66% cheaper than NYC
34.0
Restaurants
66% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
RMO
Chişinău International Airport
11 km from center
Very close — ~17 min ride
FUN FACTS
Chișinău ( KISH-ə-NOW; Romanian: [kiʃiˈnəw] ; formerly known by its Russian form Kishinev) is the capital and largest city of Moldova.
It is situated in the middle of the country, on the river Bîc, a tributary of the Dniester.
Chișinău is the most economically prosperous locality in Moldova and the country's largest transport hub.
Nearly a third of Moldova's population resides in the metropolitan area.
As the capital city, Chișinău hosts the yearly national wine festival every October.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Chisinau known for?
Chisinau is a city in Moldova. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Chisinau?
Chisinau has an average download speed of 264 Mbps and upload speed of 230 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Chisinau?
Chisinau has an average year-round temperature of approximately 13.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Chisinau?
Chisinau is served by RMO (Chişinău International Airport), approximately 11 km from the city center.
What is the population of Chisinau?
The population of Chisinau is approximately 636K.
What infrastructure does Chisinau have?
Chisinau has 19,950 mapped points of interest, including 404 restaurants, 49 hospitals, 340 schools.
What country is Chisinau in?
Chisinau is located in Moldova.
