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Petroșani, Romania

Constanța County · Romania

Petroșani is a small town in Constanța County, Romania with a population of 636. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
636 Population 7/sq mi density
233 ft Elevation 71 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
18.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$20,412 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
$20,412 median income

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About Petroșani

Petroșani

Petroșani is a city in Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania, with a population of 31,044 as of 2021. The city has been associated with mining since the 19th century.

People

Population636
Density7/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,412

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Population636
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates44.0146°, 28.0522°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceConstanța County
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation18.3 inches (464 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$20,412

About Petroșani

Petroșani is a small town in Romania (Constanța County) with a population of 636. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Petroșani is $20,412, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Petroșani vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Petroșani experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below Romania avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area91.3 sq mi (236.5 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates44.0146°N, 28.0522°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below Romania avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 5, 2024.

Aug 5, 2009 16 km SE of Shabla, Bulgaria M5.0 81 km
Apr 4, 2022 14 km SE of Provadia, Bulgaria M4.6 110 km
Dec 3, 2012 14 km SE of Shabla, Bulgaria M4.5 80 km
Oct 7, 2010 14 km NW of Dolni Chiflik, Bulgaria M4.4 112 km
May 14, 2004 12 km SW of Razgrad, Bulgaria M4.2 146 km
Sep 29, 1993 3 km SSW of Mihai Viteazu, Romania M4.1 86 km
Feb 5, 2024 4 km SSW of Căzăneşti, Romania M4.0 105 km
Apr 21, 1993 7 km NE of Dalgopol, Bulgaria M3.9 115 km
Aug 13, 2013 8 km SE of Provadia, Bulgaria M3.9 109 km
Jul 15, 2015 13 km ESE of Balgarevo, Bulgaria M3.8 83 km
Jan 18, 2005 1 km W of Malcoci, Romania M3.8 141 km
Jul 18, 1995 18 km ESE of Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria M3.7 150 km
Aug 20, 1995 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania M3.7 130 km
Feb 12, 2005 1 km SSW of R?zvani, Romania M3.6 104 km
Feb 6, 2006 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania M3.6 80 km
Apr 19, 1997 68 km ESE of Balgarevo, Bulgaria M3.6 133 km
Apr 18, 2005 4 km NNE of Nuf?ru, Romania M3.5 148 km
Jan 25, 1991 7 km NE of Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria M3.4 141 km
Aug 23, 1994 65 km E of Byala, Bulgaria M3.4 142 km
Jul 23, 1994 22 km E of Byala, Bulgaria M3.4 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1901 BLACK SEA Earthquake 3.0 m 4 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in

Petroșani has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 32°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Petroșani

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Shuffle FM blues, jazz MP3 256 kbps
onlineDJradio (BG) electronic MP3 192 kbps
Radio Dobrudja (BG) talk & speech MP3 128 kbps
Radio Iubire MP3 128 kbps
Terra Radio -Murfatlar 97.5 FM dance, local news MP3 128 kbps
Terra Radio -Medgidia 97.5 FM dance, local news MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Petroșani

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Lucian Grigorescu" Art Museum
Adamclisi Archaeological Museum
Museum Collection of the Mosque
Zulfie Totay Tartar House

Farmers Markets in Petroșani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piata Centrală
Piața Nord

Airports Near Petroșani

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mihail Kogălniceanu International AirportCNDLarge Airport
Balchik AirfieldMedium Airport
Feteşti Borcea Air BaseMedium Airport
BM Paramotoring and Paragliding FieldSmall Airport
Costinești AerodromeSmall Airport
Golyama Smolnitsa AirstripSmall Airport
Kaynardzha AirfieldSmall Airport
Krushari AirfieldSmall Airport
Leskovo AirfieldSmall Airport
Mogilishte AirstripSmall Airport
Orlyak AirfieldSmall Airport
Sokolovo AirstripSmall Airport
Suvorovo AirstripSmall Airport
Tervel AirstripSmall Airport
Tuzla AirportSmall Airport
Vetrino AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Petroșani

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului”
Biserica „Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil"

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
100 m (328 ft)
Founded
1900
Postal Code
907110

🇷🇴 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 Petroșani

What is the population of Petroșani?

Petroșani has a population of 636 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 91.3 square miles.

Is Petroșani 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 Petroșani?

Petroșani has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Petroșani?

There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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