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Hoghiz, Romania

Brașov County · Romania

Hoghiz is a small town in Brașov County, Romania with a population of 4,876. Elevation: 1,522 ft (464 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

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C+ Fair
4,876 Population 60/sq mi density
1,522 ft Elevation 464 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$12,528 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
$12,528 median income

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About Hoghiz

Hoghiz

Hoghiz is a commune in Brașov County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of six villages: Bogata Olteană (Oltbogát), Cuciulata, Dopca, Fântâna (Olthidegkút), Hoghiz and Lupșa (Lupsa).

People

Population4,876
Density60/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$12,528

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Population4,876
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Coordinates45.9833°, 25.3000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBrașov County
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation30.3 inches (770 mm)
Annual Snowfall33.3 inches (85 cm)
Median Household Income$12,528

About Hoghiz

Hoghiz is a small town in Romania (Brașov County) with a population of 4,876. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet (464 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Hoghiz is $12,528, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 146 business establishments.

Income: Hoghiz vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$12,528
83% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)146

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hoghiz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. The area receives 33.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below Romania avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Area81.1 sq mi (210.1 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates45.9833°N, 25.3000°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.3"
20% below Romania avg
Snowfall 33.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

414 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 M7.0 107 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 115 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 105 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 90 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 104 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 114 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 108 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 88 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 111 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 94 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 103 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 93 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 88 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 112 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 102 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 120 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 106 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 103 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 108 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 1.0 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in

Hoghiz has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 27°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Hoghiz

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Zu top 40 AAC+ 96 kbps
Magic Fm 70s, 80s AAC 80 kbps
Europa FM music, news AAC 64 kbps
Baraka radio chillout+lounge MP3 192 kbps
Radio Brașov MP3 192 kbps
Europa FM-AAC AAC 64 kbps
Radio România Brașov local news, music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Coresi various MP3 320 kbps
Radio România Actualități music, news AAC+ 96 kbps
Sláger Rádió -Slager FM Sepsiszentgyörgy/Sfântu Gheorghe 105.9 FM etnic, local news MP3 320 kbps
Rádió GaGa Udvarhelyszék local news, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Campus Transilvania 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
Vox FM Rádió etnic, local MP3 192 kbps
Erdélyi Magyar Rádió amateur radio, classic hits MP3 256 kbps
Radio Eco Natura alternative, classic rock MP3
Sepsi Rádió local radio, top hits MP3 128 kbps
Muscel FM 94.1 dance, dance pop AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Hoghiz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'Vasile Borcoman' Ethnographic Museum
"Gheorghe Cernea" Ethnographic Museum
Museum Collection of the Fortified Church in Viscri
Muzeu
The King’s House
The King’s House
Village Museum
Village Museum
Village Museum
Village Museum
Village Museum Collection

Hotels in Hoghiz

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Ionut

Restaurants in Hoghiz

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant hotel Ionut

Ski Resorts Near Hoghiz

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sinaia 0.0 $0
Azuga 0.0 $0
Poiana Brașov 0.0 $0
SkiGyimes 0.0 $0
Ski Varság 0.0 $0
pistă ski 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

Airports Near Hoghiz

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brașov-Ghimbav International AirportGHVLarge Airport
Ciceu-Andras AirfieldSmall Airport
Fazi AirstripSmall Airport
Florin AerodromeSmall Airport
Ghimbav AerodromeSmall Airport
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Joseni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mugeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Odorhei AirfieldSmall Airport
Piatra Craiului (Zărnești) AerodromeSmall Airport
Prejmer AerodromeSmall Airport
Prejmer Corona 3 AerodromeSmall Airport
Sânpetru-Brașov AerodromeSmall Airport
Sânsimion AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest

🇷🇴 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 Hoghiz

What is the population of Hoghiz?

Hoghiz has a population of 4,876 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 81.1 square miles.

Is Hoghiz expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,528, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Hoghiz?

Hoghiz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.3 inches, with 33.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hoghiz?

There are 146 business establishments in the area.

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