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Gurghiu, Romania

Mureș County · Romania

Gurghiu is a small city in Mureș County, Romania with a population of 6,277. Elevation: 1,368 ft (417 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,277 Population 62/sq mi density
1,368 ft Elevation 417 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
25.5 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 Gurghiu

Gurghiu

Gurghiu is a commune in Mureș County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of ten villages: Adrian (Görgényadorján), Cașva (Kásva), Comori (Kincsesfő), Fundoaia (Kásvavölgy), Glăjărie (Görgényüvegcsűr), Gurghiu, Larga (Lárgatelep), Orșova (Görgényorsova), Orșova-Pădure (Szécs), and Păuloaia (Pálpatak).

People

Population6,277
Density62/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Population6,277
Population Density62 / sq mi
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Coordinates46.7667°, 24.8500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMureș County
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (648 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Gurghiu

Gurghiu is a small city in Romania (Mureș County) with a population of 6,277. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet (417 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Gurghiu is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 188 business establishments.

Income: Gurghiu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)188

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Gurghiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below Romania avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Area101.0 sq mi (261.5 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates46.7667°N, 24.8500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.5"
33% below Romania avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 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 M4.4 100 km
Jan 28, 1995 14 km NW of Dâmbovicioara, Romania M3.8 137 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 84 km
May 7, 1993 4 km SW of ?inca Veche, Romania M3.6 116 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 141 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in
November 35°F (1°C) 1.3 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in

Gurghiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 24°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.0").

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Radio Stations near Gurghiu

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
radio SOMEȘ populară AAC+ 64 kbps
Marosvásárhelyi Rádió 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
Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM local news, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Vox FM Rádió etnic, local MP3 192 kbps
Transilvania statia Bistrița 94.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Son Radio -Reghin 87.8 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Son Radio -Sovata 89.2 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps
Rádio Koko MP3 128 kbps
Rádió GaGa Marosszék local news, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Gaga MP3 128 kbps
Székely Rádió Gyergyói etnic, local news MP3 96 kbps
Rádió GaGa Udvarhelyszék local news, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Star Rádió -Székelyudvarhely/Odorheiu Secuiesc 100.8 FM etnic, local news AAC 48 kbps
Régió Rádió news, online radio MP3 192 kbps
Star rádió local news, local radio AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Gurghiu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Teodor Tanco" Literary and Memorial Museum
Castelul Rakoczi - Bornemisza
Ethnographic Museum
Local Museum of Monor
Muzeul Vânătorii

Farmers Markets in Gurghiu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Magazin mixt
Piața
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Mare
Târg

Monuments in Gurghiu

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Poiana cu narcise - rezervație

Gas Stations in Gurghiu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TexOil

Stadiums & Teams in Gurghiu

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Ski Resorts Near Gurghiu

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Varság 0.0 $0
Bogdan 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Veresvirág 0.0 $0
Havas Bucsin 0.0 $0
Havas Bucsin 0.0 $0
Bujdosó 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Toplița 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 $0

Airports Near Gurghiu

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Târgu Mureş Transilvania International AirportTGMMedium Airport
Bistrița AirfieldSmall Airport
Elie Carafoli Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Floreni AirfieldSmall Airport
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Joseni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mediaș (Flamingo) AirfieldSmall Airport
Mugeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Odorhei AirfieldSmall Airport
Remetea AirifeldSmall Airport
Ruck Ventilatoare private airstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gurghiu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ghișeul Poștal Gurghiu

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gurghiu

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă
Biserica Ortodoxă Adrian
Biserica Reformată
Biserica Romano-Catolică
Capela Rákoczy

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1248
Postal Code
547295

🇷🇴 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 Gurghiu

What is the population of Gurghiu?

Gurghiu has a population of 6,277 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 101.0 square miles.

Is Gurghiu 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 Gurghiu?

Gurghiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gurghiu?

There are 188 business establishments in the area.

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