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Chilia Veche, Romania

Tulcea County · Romania

Chilia Veche is a small town in Tulcea County, Romania with a population of 3,599. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,599 Population 111/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
16.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$15,660 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
$15,660 median income

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About Chilia Veche

Chilia Veche

Chilia Veche is a commune in Tulcea County, Northern Dobruja, Romania, in the Danube Delta. It gave its name to the Chilia branch of the Danube, which separates it from Ukraine. It is composed of four villages: Câșlița, Chilia Veche, Ostrovu Tătaru and Tatanir.

People

Population3,599
Density111/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,660

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population3,599
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates45.4167°, 29.2833°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceTulcea County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation16.1 inches (410 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$15,660

About Chilia Veche

Chilia Veche is a small town in Romania (Tulcea County) with a population of 3,599. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Chilia Veche is $15,660, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 108 business establishments.

Income: Chilia Veche vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$15,660
79% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)108

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Chilia Veche

Chilia Veche has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 448 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.1°C / 32°F -3.5° / 3.3° 32.3
Feb 1.2°C / 34°F -2.7° / 5.2° 26.2
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F 1.1° / 10.6° 27.9
Apr 11.3°C / 52°F 5.7° / 16.9° 32.0
May 17°C / 63°F 11.1° / 22.9° 43.8
Jun 21.4°C / 71°F 15.3° / 27.4° 56.5
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 17.3° / 30.2° 47.7
Aug 23.4°C / 74°F 17° / 29.8° 36.8
Sep 18°C / 64°F 12.1° / 23.8° 38.3
Oct 12.4°C / 54°F 7.3° / 17.5° 31.1
Nov 6.6°C / 44°F 2.6° / 10.6° 34.3
Dec 1.2°C / 34°F -2.2° / 4.5° 41.3
Chilia Veche experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area32.3 sq mi (83.7 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates45.4167°N, 29.2833°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.1"
58% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.09"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 24, 2020.

Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 150 km
May 7, 2008 81 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M4.9 128 km
Mar 18, 2005 2 km SSE of Slobozia Conachi, Romania M4.4 117 km
Aug 16, 2017 1 km ENE of Ci?mele, Romania M4.3 105 km
Jan 30, 2006 2 km WSW of B?l??e?ti, Romania M4.1 149 km
Sep 29, 2013 2 km ESE of Schela, Romania M4.1 113 km
Sep 30, 2013 2 km SW of Schela, Romania M4.1 116 km
Jan 18, 2005 1 km W of Malcoci, Romania M3.8 44 km
Jul 4, 2008 96 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M3.8 145 km
Aug 20, 1995 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania M3.7 93 km
Jan 4, 2006 3 km NW of Maliuc, Romania M3.7 29 km
May 5, 1992 99 km E of Sulina, Romania M3.7 133 km
Feb 6, 2006 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania M3.6 122 km
Apr 18, 2005 4 km NNE of Nuf?ru, Romania M3.5 38 km
Mar 31, 1992 103 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M3.4 137 km
Mar 29, 1992 91 km SE of Mykolayivka, Ukraine M3.4 139 km
Apr 23, 2005 3 km N of Greci, Romania M3.3 85 km
Jan 7, 2007 4 km NE of Corni, Romania M3.2 126 km
Mar 5, 1994 1 km SW of Agighiol, Romania M3.1 55 km
Mar 25, 2006 4 km NW of Smârdan, Romania M3.0 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2014 ODESSA Meteorological 2.0 m 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in
March 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 1.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 71°F (21°C) 1.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in Driest
November 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in

Chilia Veche has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and October the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Chilia Veche

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Space Fm Dance dance, dj MP3 128 kbps
Radio Terra dance pop, oldies MP3 320 kbps
Play Urban explicit, hip hop AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Chilia Veche

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Музей історії с. Шевченкове
Шкільний музей імені Тараса Григорович Шевченка

Libraries in Chilia Veche

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Фурманівська сільська бібліотека-філія0.0
Шевченківська сільська бібліотека0.0
Шкільна бібліотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Chilia Veche

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Базарний майданчик

Airports Near Chilia Veche

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tulcea Danube Delta AirportTCEMedium Airport
Zhovtneve Air BaseMedium Airport
Artsyz Air BaseSmall Airport
Chervonoarmiis'ke AirstripSmall Airport
Dunavățu de Jos AerodromeSmall Airport
Plopul AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chilia Veche

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica "Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
5 m (16 ft)
Founded
1000
Postal Code
827050

🇷🇴 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 Chilia Veche

What is the population of Chilia Veche?

Chilia Veche has a population of 3,599 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 32.3 square miles.

Is Chilia Veche expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,660, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Chilia Veche?

Chilia Veche has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chilia Veche?

There are 108 business establishments in the area.

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