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Cheriu, Romania

Bihor County · Romania

Cheriu is a small town in Bihor County, Romania with a population of 534. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
534 Population 10/sq mi density
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.9 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 Cheriu

Cheriu

Oșorhei is a commune in Bihor County, Crișana, Romania with a population of 8,536 people as of 2021. It is composed of five villages: Alparea (Váradalpár), Cheriu (Alkér), Felcheriu (Felkér), Fughiu (Fugyi), and Oșorhei.

People

Population534
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Population534
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates47.0125°, 22.0220°
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 Cheriu

Cheriu is a small town in Romania (Bihor County) with a population of 534. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 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 Cheriu is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Cheriu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cheriu 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 581 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

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area54.2 sq mi (140.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates47.0125°N, 22.0220°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.9"
3% below Romania avg
Snowfall 27.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 116 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 122 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 128 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 117 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 113 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 146 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 125 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.7 104 km
Dec 21, 1991 1 km SE of Giarmata, Romania M3.6 142 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.6 103 km
Aug 20, 2023 6 km SE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.5 108 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 129 km
Jul 25, 1993 7 km NNE of Öcsöd, Hungary M3.4 120 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km E of Szarvas, Hungary M3.4 103 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 118 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 150 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 82 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 27 km
Feb 11, 2002 4 km NNW of Szentistván, Hungary M3.0 136 km
Mar 18, 2016 2 km SSE of Carani, Romania M2.9 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Cheriu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Cheriu

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Beiuș 88.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Mária Rádió Erdély catholic, minority MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vocea Evangheliei RVE Oradea christian music, christian talk MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Transilvania -statia Oradea 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
RadioTrandafirulRoșul manele, petrecere MP3

Museums in Cheriu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Ady Endre" Memorial Museum
"Aurel Lazar" Memorial House
"Iosif Vulcan" Memorial Museum
Criș Land Museum
History Museum of Oradea Citadel
King Ferdinand I National Military Museum. Oradea Branch
Muzeul Istoriei Evreilor din Oradea
Natural Sciences Museum
Oradea Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection
Rodia Pharmacy Museum
Romano-Catholic Bishopric Museum Collection of Oradea
Templul Francmasoneriei

Libraries in Cheriu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană Gheorghe Șincai0.0
Biblioteca Județeană Gheorghe Șincai0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Oradea0.0

Farmers Markets in Cheriu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Nagykereki piac
Piața 100 Obor
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Decebal
Piata Mare
Piața Rogerius
Tiger

Gas Stations in Cheriu

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lukoil
Rompetrol
Socar

Stadiums & Teams in Cheriu

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Airports Near Cheriu

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Debrecen International AirportDEBLarge Airport
Oradea International AirportOMRLarge Airport
Biharkeresztes AirfieldSmall Airport
Charlie Bravo Șiria AirfieldSmall Airport
Hajdúszoboszló AirfieldSmall Airport
Ineu King's Land AirfieldSmall Airport
Laci Oros AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mocrea AirstripSmall Airport
Nădab AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cheriu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fancourier

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
172 m (564 ft)
Founded
1202
Postal Code
417362

🇷🇴 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 Cheriu

What is the population of Cheriu?

Cheriu has a population of 534 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 54.2 square miles.

Is Cheriu 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 Cheriu?

Cheriu 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 Cheriu?

There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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