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Bocşa, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Bocşa is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 3,394. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

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C+ Fair
3,394 Population 148/sq mi density
669 ft Elevation 204 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
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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 Bocşa

Bocşa

Bocșa is a town in Caraș-Severin County, in the Banat region of Romania, with a population of 12,949 in 2021.

People

Population3,394
Density148/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Population3,394
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates47.2939°, 22.9141°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.4 inches (60 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Bocşa

Bocşa is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 3,394. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet (204 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Bocşa is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 102 business establishments.

Income: Bocşa vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)102

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bocşa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 23.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area23.0 sq mi (59.6 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates47.2939°N, 22.9141°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Romania avg
Snowfall 23.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

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 M4.3 117 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 95 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 105 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 65 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 78 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 63 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 71°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Bocşa has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 32°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Bocşa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala cu clasele I-VIII Simion Bărnuțiu
Școala Gimnazială Nr. 1 Borla
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Radio Stations near Bocşa

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bocşa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Gheorghe Pop de Basesti" Memorial House
"Sipos László" Hungarian Ethnographic Museum of Bogdand
Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu”
Casa Memorială Simion Bărnuțiu
Colecție Sătească
History and Art County Museum
History and Art County Museum - Ioan Sima Art Gallery
History and Art County Museum. "Ioan Sima" Art Museum
Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei

Libraries in Bocşa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană "Ioniță Scipione Bădescu"0.0

Farmers Markets in Bocşa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Centrală
Piața Dumbrava
Piața Șimleul Silvaniei

Stadiums & Teams in Bocşa

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Bocşa

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Bocşa

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Laci Oros AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bocşa

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Baptista Bocsa
Biserica Baptistă Bocșa
Biserica Baptistă Maghiară Borla
Biserica Penticostala Bocsa
Biserica Penticostală Bocșa
Biserica Reformată Borla

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
203 m (666 ft)
Founded
1349
Postal Code
457045

🇷🇴 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 Bocşa

What is the population of Bocşa?

Bocşa has a population of 3,394 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 23.0 square miles.

Is Bocşa 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 Bocşa?

Bocşa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 23.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bocşa?

There are 102 business establishments in the area.

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