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Gâlgău Almaşului, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Gâlgău Almaşului is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 2,718. Elevation: 912 ft (278 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,718 Population 76/sq mi density
912 ft Elevation 278 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,256 median income

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About Gâlgău Almaşului

Gâlgău Almaşului

Bălan is a commune located in Sălaj County, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Bălan, Chechiș (Kettősmező), Chendrea (Kendermező), Gălpâia (Galponya) and Gâlgău Almaşului (Almásgalgó). It is situated on the river Almaș, a tributary of the Someș.

People

Population2,718
Density76/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Population2,718
Population Density76 / sq mi
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates47.1973°, 23.3252°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceSălaj County
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (900 mm)
Annual Snowfall36.1 inches (92 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Gâlgău Almaşului

Gâlgău Almaşului is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 2,718. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet (278 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Gâlgău Almaşului is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 82 business establishments.

Income: Gâlgău Almaşului vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Gâlgău Almaşului experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.4 inches. The area receives 36.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Romania avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Area35.6 sq mi (92.2 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates47.1973°N, 23.3252°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 36.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 127 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 108 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 103 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 143 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 59 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 49 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
February 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Gâlgău Almaşului has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 31°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Gâlgău Almaşului

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Gimnazială Gâlgău Almașului
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Radio Stations near Gâlgău Almaşului

14 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
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient 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
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gâlgău Almaşului

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jibou Botanical Garden
Punct Muzeal

Ski Resorts Near Gâlgău Almaşului

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Pârtiile Mărișel 0.0 $0
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 $0
Șuior 0.0 $0

Airports Near Gâlgău Almaşului

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air BaseMedium Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia MareSmall Airport
Copalnic-Manastur AirfieldSmall Airport
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Dezmir AirfieldSmall Airport
Luncani AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Rona de Sus AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gâlgău Almaşului

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Gâlgău Almașului
Biserica Ortodoxă Gâlgău Almașului

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
206 m (676 ft)
Founded
1560
Postal Code
457029

🇷🇴 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 Gâlgău Almaşului

What is the population of Gâlgău Almaşului?

Gâlgău Almaşului has a population of 2,718 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.

Is Gâlgău Almaşului expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Gâlgău Almaşului?

Gâlgău Almaşului has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches, with 36.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gâlgău Almaşului?

There are 82 business establishments in the area.

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