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Helegiu, Romania

Bacău County · Romania

Helegiu is a small city in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 7,195. Elevation: 837 ft (255 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,195 Population 198/sq mi density
837 ft Elevation 255 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 Helegiu

Helegiu

Helegiu is a commune in Bacău County, Western Moldavia, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Brătila, Deleni, Drăgugești and Helegiu.

People

Population7,195
Density198/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Population7,195
Population Density198 / sq mi
Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Coordinates46.3500°, 26.7500°
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 Helegiu

Helegiu is a small city in Romania (Bacău County) with a population of 7,195. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet (255 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 Helegiu is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 216 business establishments.

Income: Helegiu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)216

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Helegiu 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 837 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

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area36.3 sq mi (93.9 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates46.3500°N, 26.7500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.2"
44% below Romania avg
Snowfall 32.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.35"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

426 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 57 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 60 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 70 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 108 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 73 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 67 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 78 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 89 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 76 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 95 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 69 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 78 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 78 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 71 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 71 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 75 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 80 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 81 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 88 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in

Helegiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Helegiu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Moinesti FM dance, pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Helegiu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Anton Ciobanu" Ceramic Art Galleries
"Dr. Alexandru Şafran" Jewish Museum
"George Apostu" Contemporary Art Museum
"George Bacovia" Memorial House
"Gheorghe Grigore Caitar" Ethnographic Collection
"Ion Borcea" Natural Sciences Museum Complex
"Iulian Antonescu" Museum Complex
"Magura" Museum
"Nicu Enea" Memorial House
"Rosetti Tescanu - George Enescu" Memorial House
"V. Anestin" Astronomical Observatory
Art Museum
City History Museum
George Calinescu Exhibition
Helegiu Museum
History Museum
Magura Village School Museum
Natural Sciences Museum, „Vivariu” Bacău
Religious Art and Culture Museum

Libraries in Helegiu

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 Helegiu

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

Stadiums & Teams in Helegiu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Helegiu

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Aerodromul GirovSmall Airport
Dumbrava Roșie AirfieldSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport
Zanesti AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
271 m (889 ft)
Founded
1750
Postal Code
607286

🇷🇴 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 Helegiu

What is the population of Helegiu?

Helegiu has a population of 7,195 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 198 people per square mile, spread across 36.3 square miles.

Is Helegiu 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 Helegiu?

Helegiu 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 Helegiu?

There are 216 business establishments in the area.

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