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Albac, Romania

Alba County · Romania

Albac is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 2,168. Elevation: 2,054 ft (626 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,168 Population 43/sq mi density
2,054 ft Elevation 626 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Albac

Albac

Albac is a commune located in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania. It has a population of 1,846, and is composed of sixteen villages: Albac, Bărăști, Budăiești, Cionești, Costești, Dealu Lămășoi, Deve, După Pleșe, Fața, Pleșești, Potionci, Rogoz, Roșești, Rusești, Sohodol, and Tamborești.

People

Population2,168
Density43/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Population2,168
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Coordinates46.4525°, 22.9516°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceAlba County
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Albac

Albac is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 2,168. The city sits at an elevation of 2,054 feet (626 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Albac is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Albac vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Albac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 280 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,054 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below Romania avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Area50.2 sq mi (130.0 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates46.4525°N, 22.9516°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Romania avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 148 km
Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 127 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 94 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 116 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 96 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 123 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 91 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 124 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 126 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 116 km
Dec 21, 1991 1 km SE of Giarmata, Romania M3.6 143 km
Jul 10, 2008 7 km NNW of Bâlta, Romania M3.4 142 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 122 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 29 km
Aug 9, 2006 5 km SSW of Uricani, Romania M3.1 130 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 68 km
Jul 13, 2007 1 km NW of Dobri?a, Romania M3.0 146 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Albac has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Albac

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală cu clasele I-VIII Albac - - - -
Liceul Tehnologic "Țara Moților" - - - -
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Museums in Albac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Avram Iancu" Memorial Museum
"Avram Iancu" Museum
Aurul Apusenilor
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Glacier and Cave of Scărișoara
Gold Mining Museum
Museum of Horea
Muzeu Etnografic Scărișoara
Muzeul Buciumanilor
Muzeul Pătrăhaițești
Muzeul Satului Iuliu Coroiu

Libraries in Albac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fundația Culturală Roșia Montană0.0

Farmers Markets in Albac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Câmpeni
Piața volantă

Hotels in Albac

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Felyviss
Pensiunea Perla Apusenilor
Steaua Arieșului

Restaurants in Albac

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant Cerbul Apusean
Restaurant Felyviss
Steaua Arieșului

Ski Resorts Near Albac

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pârtiile Mărișel 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Albac

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport
Sălicea Airfield-Small Airport
Săulești Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Albac

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Albac
Mănăstirea Albac-Rogoz
Mănăstirea Sfânta Treime - Albac

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Postal Code
517340

🇷🇴 About Romania

Capital Bucharest
Population 19,473,936
Area 237,500 km²
GDP (USD) $347,757,995,759
GDP per capita $18,244
HDI 0.827
Life expectancy 76.6 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 52.2%
Currency RON (Leu)
Languages Romanian
Calling code +40
TLD .ro
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Romania

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Anul Nou
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Anul Nou
Jan 6 Epiphany Bobotează
Jan 7 Saint John the Baptist Sfântul Ion
Jan 24 Union Day/Small Union Unirea Principatelor Române/Mica Unire
Apr 10 Good Friday Vinerea mare
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Paștele
Apr 13 Easter Monday Paștele
May 1 Labour Day Ziua Muncii
May 31 Pentecost Rusaliile
Jun 1 Children's Day Ziua Copilului
Jun 1 Whit Monday Rusaliile
Aug 15 Dormition of the Theotokos Adormirea Maicii Domnului/Sfânta Maria Mare
Nov 30 St. Andrew's Day Sfântul Andrei
Dec 1 National Day/Great Union Ziua Națională/Marea Unire
Dec 25 Christmas Day Crăciunul
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Crăciunul

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Frequently Asked Questions About Albac

What is the population of Albac?

Albac has a population of 2,168 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 50.2 square miles.

Is Albac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Albac?

Albac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Albac?

There are 65 business establishments in the area.

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