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Gârbou, Romania

Sălaj County · Romania

Gârbou is a small town in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 2,402. Elevation: 1,161 ft (354 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,402 Population 68/sq mi density
1,161 ft Elevation 354 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 Median Income
C+
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 Gârbou

Gârbou

Gârbou is a commune located in Sălaj County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of seven villages: Bezded (Bezdédtelek), Călacea (Kiskalocsa), Cernuc (Csernek), Fabrica (Cukorgyártelep), Gârbou, Popteleac (Paptelke), and Solomon (Gorbósalamon).

People

Population2,402
Density68/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Population2,402
Population Density68 / sq mi
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Coordinates47.1500°, 23.4333°
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 Gârbou

Gârbou is a small town in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 2,402. The city sits at an elevation of 1,161 feet (354 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 Gârbou is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 72 business establishments.

Income: Gârbou vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Gârbou 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 1,161 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

Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Area35.6 sq mi (92.2 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates47.1500°N, 23.4333°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 36.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

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 M4.3 134 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 115 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 106 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 137 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 43 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Gârbou has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 30°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Gârbou

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
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio 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

Museums in Gârbou

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jibou Botanical Garden
Punct Muzeal

Ski Resorts Near Gârbou

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 Gârbou

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Câmpia Turzii Air Base-Medium Airport
Maramureș International AirportBAYMedium Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Aerodrom Baia Mare-Small Airport
Copalnic-Manastur Airfield-Small Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Dezmir Airfield-Small Airport
Luncani Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Mujdeni Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport
Săcălășeni Airfield-Small Airport
Sălicea Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gârbou

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Popteleac
Mănăstirea Strâmba

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1230
Postal Code
457156

🇷🇴 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 Gârbou

What is the population of Gârbou?

Gârbou has a population of 2,402 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.

Is Gârbou 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 Gârbou?

Gârbou 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 Gârbou?

There are 72 business establishments in the area.

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