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Borş, Romania

Bihor County · Romania

Borş is a small town in Bihor County, Romania with a population of 3,346. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,346 Population 62/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.9 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 Borş

Borş

Borș is a commune in Bihor County, Crișana, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Borș, Santăul Mare (Nagyszántó), Santăul Mic (Kisszántó), and Sântion (Biharszentjános). There is an important border crossing with Hungary near Borș, both for road traffic (DN1) and rail traffic.

People

Population3,346
Density62/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Population3,346
Population Density62 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates47.1167°, 21.8167°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBihor County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (936 mm)
Annual Snowfall27.2 inches (69 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Borş

Borş is a small town in Romania (Bihor County) with a population of 3,346. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 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 36.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Borş is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: Borş vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Borş 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 36.9 inches. The area receives 27.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 338 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

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area54.2 sq mi (140.4 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates47.1167°N, 21.8167°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.9"
3% below Romania avg
Snowfall 27.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.11"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 5, 2025.

Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 121 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 130 km
Apr 22, 2013 5 km WNW of Heves, Hungary M4.4 132 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 136 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 130 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 118 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 145 km
Jul 5, 2025 9 km NNE of Pálmonostora, Hungary M4.0 145 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km ENE of Jászapáti, Hungary M4.0 133 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 134 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.7 92 km
Dec 21, 1991 1 km SE of Giarmata, Romania M3.6 148 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.6 91 km
Aug 20, 2023 6 km SE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.5 96 km
Oct 12, 2002 2 km ENE of Jászjákóhalma, Hungary M3.4 143 km
Jul 25, 1993 7 km NNE of Öcsöd, Hungary M3.4 105 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km E of Szarvas, Hungary M3.4 91 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 110 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 99 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Borş has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Borş

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mária Rádió Erdély catholic, minority MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vocea Evangheliei RVE Oradea christian music, christian talk MP3 128 kbps
Hobby Rádió (HU) 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Oradea 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
RadioTrandafirulRoșul manele, petrecere MP3
Folkrádió (HU) - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Borş

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Ady Endre" Memorial Museum
"Aurel Lazar" Memorial House
"Iosif Vulcan" Memorial Museum
Arany János Emlékház
Criș Land Museum
Falumúzeum
History Museum of Oradea Citadel
King Ferdinand I National Military Museum. Oradea Branch
Muzeul Istoriei Evreilor din Oradea
Oradea Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection
Rodia Pharmacy Museum
Romano-Catholic Bishopric Museum Collection of Oradea
Szabó Pál Irodalmi Emlékház
Tájház
Tájház
Templul Francmasoneriei

Libraries in Borş

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană Gheorghe Șincai0.0
Biblioteca Județeană Gheorghe Șincai0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Oradea0.0
Derecske Városi Művelődési Központ és Könyvtár0.0
Könyvtár0.0
Petőfi Könyvtár0.0

Farmers Markets in Borş

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Nagykereki piac
Piața 100 Obor
Piața Decebal
Piata Mare
Piața Rogerius
Tiger
Városi Piac

Hotels in Borş

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Iris Hotel

Gas Stations in Borş

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LukOil
Lukoil
MOL
Oscar Drive
Oscar Drive
Petrom
Petrom
RO #1340947333
Rompetrol
SOCAR

Stadiums & Teams in Borş

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Airports Near Borş

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Debrecen International AirportDEBLarge Airport
Oradea International AirportOMRLarge Airport
Balkány Airfield-Small Airport
Békéscsaba Airfield-Small Airport
Biharkeresztes Airfield-Small Airport
Hajdúszoboszló Airfield-Small Airport
Ineu King's Land Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mocrea Airstrip-Small Airport
Nădab Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Borş

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica
Biserica
Biserica Reformată
Biserica Reformată

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
43.4 km² (16.8 mi²)
Postal Code
417075
Mayor
Géza Bátori
Website
pcbors.ro

🇷🇴 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 Borş

What is the population of Borş?

Borş has a population of 3,346 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 54.2 square miles.

Is Borş 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 Borş?

Borş 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 36.9 inches, with 27.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Borş?

There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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