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Călăraşi, Romania

Cluj County · Romania

Călăraşi is a small town in Cluj County, Romania with a population of 2,544. Elevation: 1,102 ft (336 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,544 Population 252/sq mi density
1,102 ft Elevation 336 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,412 median income

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About Călăraşi

Călăraşi

Călărași, the capital of Călărași County in the Muntenia region, is situated in south-east Romania, on the banks of the Danube's Borcea branch, at about 12 kilometres from the Bulgarian border and 125 kilometres from Bucharest. It is one of six Romanian county seats lying on the river Danube.

People

Population2,544
Density252/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Population2,544
Population Density252 / sq mi
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Coordinates46.4833°, 23.8667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceCluj County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.1 inches (43 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Călăraşi

Călăraşi is a small town in Romania (Cluj County) with a population of 2,544. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet (336 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Călăraşi is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: Călăraşi vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$20,412
73% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Călăraşi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 267 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Area10.1 sq mi (26.2 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates46.4833°N, 23.8667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below Romania avg
Snowfall 17.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Sep 8, 2013.

Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 124 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 124 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 141 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 144 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 150 km
May 7, 1993 4 km SW of ?inca Veche, Romania M3.6 128 km
Aug 9, 2006 5 km SSW of Uricani, Romania M3.1 144 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 71 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 93 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 126 km
Jun 8, 2006 4 km NE of C?p??ânenii P?mânteni, Romania M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 1.0 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 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest

Călăraşi has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Călăraşi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală Călărași
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Radio Stations near Călăraşi

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pescobar Radio afro house, chill MP3 128 kbps
EBS Radio adult contemporary, top hits AAC 96 kbps
UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca adult contemporary, news MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Credinței crestin, religios MP3 128 kbps
Blaj Radio catolic, religios MP3 128 kbps
ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Domeldo Movie MP3 256 kbps
Gherla FM 90s, eurodance MP3 128 kbps
Replica Radio disco, folk MP3 128 kbps
Transylvania -Hits dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Untold Radio clubbing, dance MP3 128 kbps
Valori Românești Radio 00's, 70's MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Radio Domeldo Live MP3 256 kbps
Squad Radio alternative, news MP3 192 kbps
DejaVuMusic dance, hits MP3
Transilvania -statia Turda 89.9 FM local, local news MP3 160 kbps
Radio Turda MP3 160 kbps
Radio Turda 107.7 FM local, mix MP3 160 kbps
Son Radio -Luduș 94.2 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Transilvania -statia Luduș 100.4 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
RadioReintregirea Alba Iulia MP3
Radio Reîntregirea religious MP3

Museums in Călăraşi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biserica de lemn "Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil"
Castelul Bánffy
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic Museum of Aries Valley, Octavian Pacurar Cultural Association
History Museum
History Museum
Natural Sciences Museum
Old entrance to Salina Turda (can be used)
Prima școala românească din Câmpia Turzii
Salina turda – main entrance

Libraries in Călăraşi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca municipală "Teodor Murășanu"0.0

Farmers Markets in Călăraşi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Interdax SRL
Piața agroalimentară Micro III
Piață agroalimentară Turda
Piața Aiud
Piața Centrală
Piața centrală agroalimentară
Piața de zi
Piața Mureșului
Piata Unirii
Târg Câmpia Turzii
Weekly Market

Train Stations in Călăraşi

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Călărași Turda

Breweries in Călăraşi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Player One Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Călăraşi

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Călăraşi

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 $0

Airports Near Călăraşi

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Călăraşi

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Catolică
Biserica Ortodoxă
Biserica Reformată

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
340 m (1,116 ft)
Founded
1291
Postal Code
407130

🇷🇴 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 Călăraşi

What is the population of Călăraşi?

Călăraşi has a population of 2,544 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 252 people per square mile, spread across 10.1 square miles.

Is Călăraşi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,412, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Călăraşi?

Călăraşi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches, with 17.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Călăraşi?

There are 76 business establishments in the area.

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