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Băniţa, Romania

Hunedoara County · Romania

Băniţa is a small town in Hunedoara County, Romania with a population of 1,352. Elevation: 2,480 ft (756 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

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1,352 Population 66/sq mi density
2,480 ft Elevation 756 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
30.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$48,816 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,816 median income

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About Băniţa

Băniţa

Bănița is a commune in Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Bănița, Crivadia (Krivádia), and Merișor (Merisor).

People

Population1,352
Density66/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$48,816

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation2,480 ft (756 m)
Population1,352
Population Density66 / sq mi
Elevation2,480 ft (756 m)
Coordinates45.4500°, 23.2667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceHunedoara County
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (772 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$48,816

About Băniţa

Băniţa is a small town in Romania (Hunedoara County) with a population of 1,352. The city sits at an elevation of 2,480 feet (756 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Băniţa is $48,816, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Băniţa vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$48,816
35% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Băniţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.4 inches. The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,480 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below Romania avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,480 ft (756 m)
Area20.6 sq mi (53.3 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates45.4500°N, 23.2667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.4"
20% below Romania avg
Snowfall 8.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 39 km
Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 92 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 36 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 44 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 139 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 36 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 44 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 51 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 42 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 141 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 33 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania M4.3 110 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 113 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 41 km
Apr 30, 2024 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania M4.2 114 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 65 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 128 km
Jul 18, 2023 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania M4.0 50 km
Feb 22, 2023 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania M4.0 49 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.9 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in

Băniţa has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Băniţa

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Energy Cugir 00s, 2000s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Transilvania - Cluj adult contemporary, electronic MP3 160 kbps
95.7 BIG FM (US) oldies AAC
Târgu Jiu Radio - RTJ 97.8 FM local, local news MP3 32 kbps
Radio Crasna latino, manele MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Băniţa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa memorială Ion D. Sîrbu
Colecția de Etnografie și Istorie Locală
Lainici Monastery Museum Collection
Mining Museum
Muzeu Etnografic
Muzeul Instalatorului Român
Muzeul Mamei
Muzeul Mineritului
Stână Muzeu
The "Momarlani" Ethnographic Museum
The "Momarlani" Ethnographic Museum

Libraries in Băniţa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală Pui0.0

Farmers Markets in Băniţa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agroalimentare Piața Vulcan
Piața
Piața Lupeni
Piața Petrila

Restaurants in Băniţa

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Nicolae

Castles in Băniţa

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cetatea dacică Bănița

Train Stations in Băniţa

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merișor

Gas Stations in Băniţa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RO #274258121

Stadiums & Teams in Băniţa

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Ski Resorts Near Băniţa

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Straja Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Parâng 0.0 $0
Ski Vidra 0.0 $0
Domeniul Schiabil Șureanu 0.0 $0
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Băniţa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barza Târgu-Jiu AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Săulești AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Băniţa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oficiul poștal Bănița

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 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 Băniţa

What is the population of Băniţa?

Băniţa has a population of 1,352 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 20.6 square miles.

Is Băniţa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,816, 35% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Băniţa?

Băniţa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Băniţa?

There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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