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Paleu, Romania

Bihor County · Romania

Paleu is a small town in Bihor County, Romania with a population of 489. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
489 Population 9/sq mi density
545 ft Elevation 166 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.9 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 Paleu

Paleu

Paleu is a commune located in Bihor County, Crișana, Romania. It is composed of three villages: Paleu, Săldăbagiu de Munte (Hegyközszáldobágy) and Uileacu de Munte (Hegyközújlak). These were part of Cetariu Commune until 2003, when they were split off.

People

Population489
Density9/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Population489
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Coordinates47.1153°, 21.9593°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBihor County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (936 mm)
Annual Snowfall27.2 inches (69 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Paleu

Paleu is a small town in Romania (Bihor County) with a population of 489. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Paleu is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 15 business establishments.

Income: Paleu vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Paleu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. The area receives 27.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area54.2 sq mi (140.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates47.1153°N, 21.9593°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.9"
3% below Romania avg
Snowfall 27.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 124 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 132 km
Apr 22, 2013 5 km WNW of Heves, Hungary M4.4 142 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 138 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 129 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 121 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 139 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km ENE of Jászapáti, Hungary M4.0 143 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 135 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.7 102 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.6 101 km
Aug 20, 2023 6 km SE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.5 107 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km E of Szarvas, Hungary M3.4 101 km
Jul 25, 1993 7 km NNE of Öcsöd, Hungary M3.4 116 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 118 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 107 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 91 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 38 km
Feb 11, 2002 4 km NNW of Szentistván, Hungary M3.0 125 km
Mar 18, 2016 2 km SSE of Carani, Romania M2.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Paleu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Paleu

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Beiuș 88.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Mária Rádió Erdély catholic, minority MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vocea Evangheliei RVE Oradea christian music, christian talk MP3 128 kbps
Hobby Rádió (HU) 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Aleșd 95.8 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
Transilvania -statia Oradea 97.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps
RadioTrandafirulRoșul manele, petrecere MP3
Folkrádió (HU) MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Paleu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Ady Endre" Memorial Museum
"Aurel Lazar" Memorial House
"Iosif Vulcan" Memorial Museum
Criș Land Museum
History Museum of Oradea Citadel
History, Archaeology and Ethnography Museum Collection of the Ierului Valley
King Ferdinand I National Military Museum. Oradea Branch
Muzeul Istoriei Evreilor din Oradea
Oradea Orthodox Bishopric Museum Collection
Rodia Pharmacy Museum
Romano-Catholic Bishopric Museum Collection of Oradea
Tájház
Templul Francmasoneriei

Libraries in Paleu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Județeană Gheorghe Șincai0.0
Biblioteca Județeană Gheorghe Șincai0.0
Biblioteca Universității din Oradea0.0
Könyvtár0.0

Farmers Markets in Paleu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Nagykereki piac
Piața 100 Obor
Piața Decebal
Piata Mare
Piața Rogerius
Tiger
Városi Piac

Gas Stations in Paleu

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrom
Rompetrol

Stadiums & Teams in Paleu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Paleu

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Debrecen International AirportDEBLarge Airport
Oradea International AirportOMRLarge Airport
Balkány AirfieldSmall Airport
Biharkeresztes AirfieldSmall Airport
Hajdúszoboszló AirfieldSmall Airport
Ineu King's Land AirfieldSmall Airport
Laci Oros AirfieldSmall Airport
Mocrea AirstripSmall Airport
Nădab AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paleu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Catolică Episcopia Bihor
Biserica Romano-Catolică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1210
Postal Code
417172

🇷🇴 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 Paleu

What is the population of Paleu?

Paleu has a population of 489 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 54.2 square miles.

Is Paleu 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 Paleu?

Paleu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches, with 27.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Paleu?

There are 15 business establishments in the area.

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