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Balc, Romania

Bihor County · Romania

Balc is a small town in Bihor County, Romania with a population of 3,512. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,512 Population 1,137/sq mi density
545 ft Elevation 166 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Balc

Balc was, according to many historians, the third voivode of Moldavia, ruling in ca. 1359 or 1364, but the sequence of the voivodes listed in the Romanian chronicles does not refer to him. He was the son of Sas, the second voivode of Moldavia.

People

Population3,512
Density1,137/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Population3,512
Population Density1,137 / sq mi
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Coordinates47.2833°, 22.5333°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBihor County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (901 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.3 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Balc

Balc is a small town in Romania (Bihor County) with a population of 3,512. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Balc is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 105 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$18,468
75% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)105

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Balc experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density1,137/sq mi
Coordinates47.2833°N, 22.5333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.4 on Aug 19, 2023.

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 126 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 102 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 123 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.7 149 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.6 148 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km E of Szarvas, Hungary M3.4 148 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 143 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 134 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 73 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 107 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 46 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 106 km
Feb 11, 2002 3 km NW of Egyek, Hungary M2.8 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Balc has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Balc

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Balc

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Colecție Sătească
House-Museum
Huta Slavia Museum
Town Museum

Libraries in Balc

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Pir0.0
Biblioteca Orasaneasca Tasnad0.0
Biblioteca Scolii0.0

Farmers Markets in Balc

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata Agroalimentara
Piata Agroalimentara Alesd
Piata sezoniera

Stadiums & Teams in Balc

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Balc

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Balc

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Oradea International AirportOMRLarge Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Balkány Airfield-Small Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Ineu King's Land Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Mujdeni Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Balc

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Református templom

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
166 m (545 ft)
Founded
1213
Postal Code
417040

🇷🇴 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 Balc

What is the population of Balc?

Balc has a population of 3,512 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 1,137 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.

Is Balc expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,468, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Balc?

Balc has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Balc?

There are 105 business establishments in the area.

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