New data from Romania’s National Institute of Statistics (INS) indicates a substantial gap in average pension amounts across the country’s counties by the first quarter of 2026. The data reveals a nearly 50% difference between the lowest and highest average pensions. The INS projects an increase of 20,000 pensioners nationwide during that period. These figures highlight growing economic inequalities affecting retirees in different regions of Romania. The report does not specify the exact pension amounts, only the projected percentage difference. Further analysis is needed to understand the factors contributing to these disparities, such as regional economic conditions and employment histories. The INS data provides a forecast based on current trends and projections.