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Dej, Romania
Cluj County · Romania
Dej is a mid-size city in Cluj County, Romania with a population of 38,033. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dej
Dej is a municipality in Transylvania, Romania, 60 kilometres (37 mi) north of Cluj-Napoca, in Cluj County. It lies where the river Someșul Mic meets the river Someșul Mare. The city administers four villages: Ocna Dejului (Désakna), Peștera (Pestes), Pintic (Oláhpéntek), and Șomcutu Mic (Kissomkút).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 38,033 |
| Population Density | 502 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.1500°, 23.8667° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Cluj County |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.9 inches (811 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.8 inches (66 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,412 |
About Dej
Dej is a mid-size city in Romania (Cluj County) with a population of 38,033. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Dej vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,412 |
| 73% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,141 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Dej
Dej has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 723 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 75.7 sq mi (196.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 502/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1500°N, 23.8667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
Dej has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Dej
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Andrei Mureșanu" National College | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Gimnazială „Mihai Eminescu” | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Gimnazială „Avram Iancu” | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Tehnologic Constantin Brâncuși | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dej
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pescobar Radio | afro house, chill | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EBS Radio | adult contemporary, top hits | AAC 96 kbps | |
| Replica Radio | disco, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gherla FM | 90s, eurodance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ZC Radio (Ziua de Cluj) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| UBB Radio -Universitatea Babeș Bolyai Cluj Napoca | adult contemporary, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Squad Radio | alternative, news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Domeldo Live | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Cluj Napoca 94.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Valori Românești Radio | 00's, 70's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Untold Radio | clubbing, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Dej
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Ion Pop Reteganul" Memorial Museum | ||||
| Ciceu Mihaesti Museum | ||||
| Colecția Muzeală a Mănăstirii Nicula | ||||
| Dej City Museum | ||||
| History Museum | ||||
| Hungarian Dance House Museum | ||||
| Muzeul Ethnoarheologic | ||||
| Muzeul Etnografic Kallós Zoltán | ||||
| Nicula Monastery Museum Collection | ||||
| Village Museum |
Libraries in Dej
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipală Gherla | 0.0 | |||||
| Dej Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gherla Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dej
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florex | |||||
| Piață agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața agroalimentară Dej | |||||
| Piața Dealul Florilor | |||||
| Roxana | |||||
| Târgul Bonțida |
Hotels in Dej
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dej
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dej
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dej
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dej
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dej
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dej
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dej
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dej
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Dej
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buscat Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Pârtiile Roata | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Șuior | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Dej
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Câmpia Turzii Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Maramureș International Airport | BAY | Medium Airport |
| Târgu Mureş Transilvania International Airport | TGM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodrom Baia Mare | - | Small Airport |
| Bistrița Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Copalnic-Manastur Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elie Carafoli Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Luncani Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mujdeni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Săcălășeni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dej
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fancourier |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dej
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Adormirea Maicii Domnului | |
| Biserica Baptista Emanuel | |
| Biserica Greco-Catolică Sfântul Anton de Padova | |
| Biserica Penticostala "Betel" | |
| Biserica Penticostala nr 1 | |
| Biserica Penticostala nr. 4 | |
| Biserica Reformată | |
| Biserica Reformată | |
| Biserica Sf Anton | |
| Biserica Sfinții Apostoli Petru și Pavel | |
| Biserica Sfinții Apostoli Petru și Pavel | |
| Biserica Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavril | |
| Casa de adunare a Oastei Domnului | |
| Catedrala Sfânta Treime | |
| Sinagoga din Dej |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dej
What is the population of Dej?
Dej has a population of 38,033 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 502 people per square mile, spread across 75.7 square miles.
Is Dej 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 Dej?
Dej has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 25.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Dej?
There are 1,141 business establishments in the area.