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Chirileu, Romania

Mureș County · Romania

Chirileu is a small town in Mureș County, Romania with a population of 582. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
582 Population 13/sq mi density
955 ft Elevation 291 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
29.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 Median Income
C+
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 Chirileu

Chirileu

Sânpaul is a commune in Mureș County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Chirileu (Kerelő), Dileu Nou (Magyardellő), Sânmărghita (Mezőszentmargita), Sânpaul, and Valea Izvoarelor.

People

Population582
Density13/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Population582
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Coordinates46.4766°, 24.3830°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMureș County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (751 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.8 inches (63 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Chirileu

Chirileu is a small town in Romania (Mureș County) with a population of 582. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Chirileu is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Chirileu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chirileu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below Romania avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area44.6 sq mi (115.6 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates46.4766°N, 24.3830°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.6"
22% below Romania avg
Snowfall 24.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2011.

Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 148 km
May 19, 2004 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania M4.2 145 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 117 km
Nov 28, 1995 1 km NW of Livadia, Romania M3.7 141 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 128 km
May 7, 1993 4 km SW of ?inca Veche, Romania M3.6 100 km
Feb 1, 2005 5 km SSE of ?imon, Romania M3.5 139 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 109 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 99 km
Mar 30, 2008 4 km SSE of Corbi, Romania M2.8 141 km
May 23, 1993 Romania M2.8 149 km
Jun 8, 2006 4 km NE of C?p??ânenii P?mânteni, Romania M2.5 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 1.4 in

Chirileu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 29°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Chirileu

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Baraka radio chillout+lounge MP3 192 kbps
Marosvásárhelyi Rádió MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Credinței crestin, religios MP3 128 kbps
Blaj Radio catolic, religios MP3 128 kbps
Radio România Târgu Mureș - Marosvásárhelyi Rádió Románia MP3 128 kbps
Son Radio -Târgu Mureș 105.6 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Transilvania -statia Mediaș 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Son Radio -Sighișoara 89.5 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Transilvania -statia Luduș 100.4 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Son Radio -Luduș 94.2 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Székely Rádió Gyergyói etnic, local news MP3 96 kbps
Radio Gaga MP3 128 kbps
Rádió GaGa Marosszék local news, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Rádio Koko MP3 128 kbps
Son Radio -Reghin 87.8 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Chirileu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Nagy Imre" Art Gallery
Bólyai Museum
Castelul Ugron
Ethnographic exhibition
Ion Vlasiu Art Gallery
Mures County Museum
Mureș County Museum - Natural Sciences Department
Mures County Museum. Art Museum
Mures County Museum. Ethnography and Folk Art Department
Muzeul de Istorie și Arheologie
Muzeul Evreiesc
Târnăveni City Museum

Libraries in Chirileu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Orășenească Iernut0.0
Biblioteca Școlii Generale0.0
Bookcity0.0
Bookcity0.0

Farmers Markets in Chirileu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Armatei
Piața Comercială Târgu Mureș
Piața Dacia
Piața de legume și fructe
Piața de vechituri
Piața de vechituri
Piața de Zi
Piața de zi "Cuza Vodă"
Piața Diamant
Piața Libertății
Piața Târnăveni
Piața Unirii

Stadiums & Teams in Chirileu

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Ski Resorts Near Chirileu

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Chirileu

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
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Măgura AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport
Salonti AirstripSmall Airport
Sibiu Hermann Oberth AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chirileu

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica de lemn
Biserica Nouă
Biserica Șăușa

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1332
Postal Code
547551

🇷🇴 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 Chirileu

What is the population of Chirileu?

Chirileu has a population of 582 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 44.6 square miles.

Is Chirileu 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 Chirileu?

Chirileu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches, with 24.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chirileu?

There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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