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Bistra, Romania
Alba County · Romania
Bistra is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 4,942. Elevation: 1,788 ft (545 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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About Bistra
Bistra is a commune located in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania. It has a population of 4,340 as of 2021. It is composed of 35 villages: Aronești, Bălești, Bălești-Cătun, Bârlești, Bistra, Cheleteni, Ciuldești, Crețești, Dâmbureni, Dealu Muntelui, Durăști, Gănești, Gârde, Hodișești, Hudricești, Lipaia, Lunca Largă, Lunca Merilor, Mihăiești, Nămaș, Novăcești, Perjești, Poiana, Poiu, Rătitiș, Runcuri, Sălăgești, Ștefanca, Țărănești, Tolăcești, Tomnatec, Trișorești, Vârși-Rontu, Vârșii Mari, and Vârșii Mici.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 4,942 |
| Population Density | 73 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,788 ft (545 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.3782°, 23.1008° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Alba County |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (804 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.7 inches (22 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Bistra
Bistra is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 4,942. The city sits at an elevation of 1,788 feet (545 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Bistra vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,788 ft (545 m) |
| Area | 67.8 sq mi (175.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3782°N, 23.1008°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (0°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 33°F (0°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in |
Bistra has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Bistra
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Gimnazială Bistra | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bistra
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBS Radio | adult contemporary, top hits | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Replica Radio | disco, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DejaVuMusic | dance, hits | MP3 | |
| Radio Reîntregirea | religious | MP3 | |
| RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia | — | MP3 | |
| Squad Radio | alternative, news | MP3 192 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 Bistra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Avram Iancu" Memorial Museum | ||||
| "Avram Iancu" Museum | ||||
| "Pamfil Albu" Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Aurul Apusenilor | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Ethnographic exhibition | ||||
| Gold Mining Museum | ||||
| Museum of Horea | ||||
| Muzeul Buciumanilor | ||||
| Muzeul Satului Iuliu Coroiu |
Libraries in Bistra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fundația Culturală Roșia Montană | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bistra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Baia de Arieș | |||||
| Piața Câmpeni |
Gas Stations in Bistra
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bistra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bistra
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 Bistra
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Poieni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Salonti Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Săulești Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bistra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiul poștal Bistra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bistra
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Bistra | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Bistra | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Română Acoperământul Maicii Domnului Gârde | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Rusă Sfântul Andrei Bistra | |
| Biserica Sfântul Nicolae |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bistra
What is the population of Bistra?
Bistra has a population of 4,942 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 67.8 square miles.
Is Bistra 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 Bistra?
Bistra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bistra?
There are 148 business establishments in the area.