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Cârţişoara, Romania

Sibiu County · Romania

Cârţişoara is a small town in Sibiu County, Romania with a population of 1,133. Elevation: 1,680 ft (512 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

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C+ Fair
1,133 Population 34/sq mi density
1,680 ft Elevation 512 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 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
$18,468 median income

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About Cârţişoara

Cârţişoara

Cârțișoara is a commune in Sibiu County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of a single village, Cârțișoara. Bâlea Lake is located on the territory of Cârțișoara.

People

Population1,133
Density34/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Population1,133
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Coordinates45.7167°, 24.5833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSibiu County
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,282 mm)
Annual Snowfall164.5 inches (418 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Cârţişoara

Cârţişoara is a small town in Romania (Sibiu County) with a population of 1,133. The city sits at an elevation of 1,680 feet (512 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Cârţişoara is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 34 business establishments.

Income: Cârţişoara vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cârţişoara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 164.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,680 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below Romania avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Area33.1 sq mi (85.7 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates45.7167°N, 24.5833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above Romania avg
Snowfall 164.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

191 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2025.

Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 128 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 128 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 142 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 132 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 134 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 144 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 127 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 133 km
Sep 27, 2004 17 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 147 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 131 km
Feb 8, 2017 3 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M4.7 132 km
Aug 2, 2017 8 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 142 km
Apr 25, 2018 15 km SSE of Comand?u, Romania M4.7 137 km
Jan 23, 2014 3 km W of Nehoiu, Romania M4.7 135 km
Apr 4, 2004 14 km E of Comand?u, Romania M4.7 145 km
Mar 29, 2014 10 km N of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 144 km
Dec 30, 1997 11 km NNW of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 139 km
May 23, 1993 3 km WNW of Sinaia, Romania M4.7 82 km
Oct 12, 1992 8 km NNE of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 148 km
Oct 4, 2011 7 km NNE of Gura Teghii, Romania M4.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in

Cârţişoara has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 27°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Cârţişoara

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Baraka radio chillout+lounge MP3 192 kbps
PlayRadio Urban AAC 192 kbps
Eveniment FM Sibiu 103.2 dance, house MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Credinței crestin, religios MP3 128 kbps
gofm.ro chansons françaises, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
goFM top hits MP3 128 kbps
Sibiu Radio -Sibiu 91.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Cârţişoara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Badea Cartan" Memorial Collection
"Dr. Gheorghe Telea-Bologa" Memorial Cultural Centre
"Metropolitan Antonie Plamadeala" Collection - Brâncoveanu Monastery
Avrig Museum
Interethnic Museum of Hârtibaciu Valley
Muzeul Cârța
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig
Palatul Brukenthal Avrig

Farmers Markets in Cârţişoara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Sticla

Hotels in Cârţişoara

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabana Piscul Negru
Hotel Pârâul Capra
Hotel Siesta
Hotelul Piscu Negru
La Hanul Patrisiei
Liniștea munților
Păstrăvăria Albota
Păstrăvăria Albota
Pensiune Casa Miorita

Restaurants in Cârţişoara

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cyurly-burly
La Hanul Patrisiei
Păstrăvăria Albota
Vila Flora

Monuments in Cârţişoara

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monumentul Nerlinger

Theme Parks in Cârţişoara

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fresh-meat

Ski Resorts Near Cârţişoara

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sibiu Telescaun Oncești Păltiniș 0.0 $0
Arena Platoș 0.0 $0

Airports Near Cârţişoara

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sibiu International AirportSBZLarge Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Mugeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Odorhei AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cârţişoara

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Buna Vestire
Biserica Sfântul Nicolae
Mănăstirea Cârțișoara

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Area
85.7 km² (33.1 mi²)
Founded
1223
Postal Code
557075

🇷🇴 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 Cârţişoara

What is the population of Cârţişoara?

Cârţişoara has a population of 1,133 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 33.1 square miles.

Is Cârţişoara 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 Cârţişoara?

Cârţişoara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches, with 164.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cârţişoara?

There are 34 business establishments in the area.

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