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Bălan, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Bălan is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 4,050. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,050 Population 114/sq mi density
725 ft Elevation 221 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.4 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 Bălan

Bălan

Bălan is a town in Harghita County, Transylvania, Romania. It has historically been one of Transylvania and Romania's most important centers for copper mining, but its mines are no longer operational. Its Romanian name means "blond", the German name means "copper mine" while the Hungarian name means "Balán mine".

People

Population4,050
Density114/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Population4,050
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Coordinates47.1560°, 23.3121°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (900 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.1 inches (92 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Bălan

Bălan is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 4,050. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet (221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bălan is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 122 business establishments.

Income: Bălan vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)122

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bălan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.4 inches. The area receives 36.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area35.6 sq mi (92.2 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates47.1560°N, 23.3121°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 36.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 132 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 113 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 108 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 145 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 55 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 51 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 38°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Bălan has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Bălan

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pescobar Radio afro house, chill MP3 128 kbps
EBS Radio adult contemporary, top hits AAC 96 kbps
Replica Radio disco, folk MP3 128 kbps
Gherla FM 90s, eurodance MP3 128 kbps
ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) MP3 128 kbps
UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca adult contemporary, news MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Squad Radio alternative, news MP3 192 kbps
Radio Domeldo Live MP3 256 kbps
Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Valori Românești Radio 00's, 70's MP3 128 kbps
Untold Radio clubbing, dance MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bălan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
History and Art County Museum. "Ioan Sima" Art Museum
Jibou Botanical Garden
Punct Muzeal

Ski Resorts Near Bălan

4 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
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 $0
Șuior 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bălan

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bălan

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica de lemn Bălan
Biserica Ortodoxă Bălan
Biserica Ortodoxă Bălan

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
219 m (719 ft)
Founded
1399
Postal Code
457025

🇷🇴 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 Bălan

What is the population of Bălan?

Bălan has a population of 4,050 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.

Is Bălan 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 Bălan?

Bălan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches, with 36.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bălan?

There are 122 business establishments in the area.

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