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Cleja, Romania

Bacău County · Romania

Cleja is a small city in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 6,816. Elevation: 817 ft (249 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,816 Population 289/sq mi density
817 ft Elevation 249 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.2 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 Cleja

Cleja

Cleja is a commune in Bacău County, Western Moldavia, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Cleja, Somușca (Somoska), and Valea Mică (Pokolpatak).

People

Population6,816
Density289/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Population6,816
Population Density289 / sq mi
Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Coordinates46.4167°, 26.9000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (538 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.6 inches (83 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Cleja

Cleja is a small city in Romania (Bacău County) with a population of 6,816. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet (249 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Cleja is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 204 business establishments.

Income: Cleja vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)204

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cleja experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area23.6 sq mi (61.0 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates46.4167°N, 26.9000°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.2"
44% below Romania avg
Snowfall 32.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

423 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 67 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 68 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 80 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 120 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 83 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 75 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 89 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 79 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 101 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 85 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 88 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 89 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 106 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 80 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 81 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 73 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 98 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 91 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 88 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Cleja has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 30°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Cleja

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Moinesti FM dance, pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Cleja

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Anton Ciobanu" Ceramic Art Galleries
"Dr. Alexandru Şafran" Jewish Museum
"George Apostu" Contemporary Art Museum
"George Bacovia" Memorial House
"Ion Borcea" Natural Sciences Museum Complex
"Iulian Antonescu" Museum Complex
"Nicu Enea" Memorial House
"Paul Ţarălungă" Museum Complex
"Priest Vasile Heisu" Ethnografic Exhibition
"V. Anestin" Astronomical Observatory
Art Museum
City History Museum
George Calinescu Exhibition
Helegiu Museum
Magura Village School Museum
Muzeul „Paul Țarălungă”
Natural Sciences Museum, „Vivariu” Bacău
Religious Art and Culture Museum

Libraries in Cleja

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană „Costache Sturdza"0.0
Biblioteca Municipală Radu Rosetti0.0
National College Ferdinand I Library0.0
Vasile Alecsandri Universtity from Bacau Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cleja

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Market Bacău
Milcov Marketplace Bacău
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Onești
Piata Sud

Stadiums & Teams in Cleja

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Airports Near Cleja

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Aerodromul Girov-Small Airport
Amicii Dabija Airfield-Small Airport
Dumbrava Roșie Airfield-Small Airport
Iaşi Sud-Small Airport
Mărgineni Airfield-Small Airport
Onesti Airifeld-Small Airport
Sarata Airfield-Small Airport
Viișoara Airfield-Small Airport
Zanesti Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cleja

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica "Sfântul Francisc de Assissi"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
325 m (1,066 ft)
Founded
1781
Postal Code
607106

🇷🇴 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 Cleja

What is the population of Cleja?

Cleja has a population of 6,816 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 289 people per square mile, spread across 23.6 square miles.

Is Cleja 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 Cleja?

Cleja has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches, with 32.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cleja?

There are 204 business establishments in the area.

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