Dăm de 13 ori mai mulți bani pe țigări și băutură decât pe educație sau investiții. Pe ce își cheltuiesc românii banii și cu cât au crescut veniturile - Date INS - Economica.net
Romanians spend significantly more on tobacco and alcohol compared to education, with statistics showing a stark contrast in household expenditures. In Q1 2026, average monthly household income was 9444 lei, a slight decrease from the previous quarter but an increase from the same period in 2025. Most income comes from salaries, while social benefits have also risen. Urban households earn considerably more than rural ones. Total monthly expenditures averaged 8015 lei, with a large portion allocated to consumption and taxes. Notably, only 23 lei per month is spent on education, highlighting a concerning trend in prioritizing vices over educational investment.