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Oarța de Sus, Romania

Maramureş · Romania

Oarța de Sus is a small town in Maramureş, Romania with a population of 726. Elevation: 715 ft (218 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
726 Population 19/sq mi density
715 ft Elevation 218 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$18,468 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Oarța de Sus

Oarța de Sus

Oarța de Jos is a commune in Maramureș County, Crișana, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Oarța de Jos, Oarța de Sus (Felsővárca), and Orțița (Középvárca).

People

Population726
Density19/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Population726
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Coordinates47.4679°, 23.0777°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMaramureş
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,016 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.4 inches (60 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Oarța de Sus

Oarța de Sus is a small town in Romania (Maramureş) with a population of 726. The city sits at an elevation of 715 feet (218 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Oarța de Sus is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Oarța de Sus vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Oarța de Sus experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 23.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 715 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below Romania avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area38.8 sq mi (100.4 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates47.4679°N, 23.0777°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Romania avg
Snowfall 23.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 2, 2011 10 km NE of Synevyrska Poliana, Ukraine M4.7 142 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 97 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 76 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 82 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 84 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 68 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in
February 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 71°F (21°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Oarța de Sus has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 32°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Oarța de Sus

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
City Rádió MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Vis de Taină acoustic, ambient MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Satu Mare 99.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Transilvania -statia Baia Mare 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Oarța de Sus

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Gheorghe Pop de Basesti" Memorial House
"Sipos László" Hungarian Ethnographic Museum of Bogdand
Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu”
Casa Memorială Simion Bărnuțiu
Codru Land Homestead Museum
Jibou Botanical Garden
Măriuș Open-Air Museum

Libraries in Oarța de Sus

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunală0.0

Farmers Markets in Oarța de Sus

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață agro-alimentară

Ski Resorts Near Oarța de Sus

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Șuior 0.0 $0

Airports Near Oarța de Sus

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge 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
Laci Oros AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mujdeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Săcălășeni AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oarța de Sus

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica de lemn Orțița
Biserica Oarța de Sus
Biserica Ortodoxă Orțița
Biserica Stremț

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1391
Postal Code
437201

🇷🇴 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 Oarța de Sus

What is the population of Oarța de Sus?

Oarța de Sus has a population of 726 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 38.8 square miles.

Is Oarța de Sus 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 Oarța de Sus?

Oarța de Sus has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 23.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Oarța de Sus?

There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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