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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).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,346 Population
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population3,346
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,244
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population3,346
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 Age43.2 years

Is Borş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Borş receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Borş has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Borş experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 27.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Borş has a population of 3,346. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,346
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Borş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Borş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borş is N/A. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Borş vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Borş, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Borş vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. 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 US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall27.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates47.1167°N, 21.8167°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 41°F (5°C)
1.5"
Feb 33°F (0°C)
1.3"
Mar 42°F (6°C)
1.4"
Apr 51°F (11°C)
1.8"
May 61°F (16°C)
2.5"
Jun 66°F (19°C)
3.1"
Jul 73°F (23°C)
2.3"
Aug 68°F (20°C)
2.1"
Sep 61°F (16°C)
1.6"
Oct 51°F (11°C)
1.4"
Nov 40°F (4°C)
1.7"
Dec 33°F (0°C)
2.0"

The warmest month is July at 73°F, while the coldest is December at 33°F — a seasonal swing of 41°F. June sees the most rain (3.1"), while February is the driest (1.3").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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