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Sălacea, Romania

Bihor County · Romania

Sălacea is a small town in Bihor County, Romania with a population of 3,138. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,138 Population 91/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
35.5 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
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,468 median income

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About Sălacea

Sălacea

Sălacea is a commune in Bihor County, Crișana, Romania with a population of 3,036. It is composed of two villages, Otomani (Ottomány) and Sălacea. The Otomani culture, a local Bronze Age culture, takes its name from the village of Otomani.

People

Population3,138
Density91/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population3,138
Population Density91 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates47.4667°, 22.3167°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBihor County
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (901 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.3 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Sălacea

Sălacea is a small town in Romania (Bihor County) with a population of 3,138. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 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 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Sălacea is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 94 business establishments.

Income: Sălacea vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sălacea 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 35.5 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 344 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

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area34.5 sq mi (89.4 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates47.4667°N, 22.3167°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below Romania avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.5 on Aug 20, 2023.

Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 115 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 92 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 122 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.7 143 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km ESE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.6 141 km
Aug 20, 2023 6 km SE of Szarvas, Hungary M3.5 147 km
Aug 19, 2023 10 km E of Szarvas, Hungary M3.4 141 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 120 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 112 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 99 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 124 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 64 km
Feb 11, 2002 4 km NNW of Szentistván, Hungary M3.0 130 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 101 km
Feb 11, 2002 3 km NW of Egyek, Hungary M2.8 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
June 65°F (19°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Sălacea has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°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 Sălacea

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Mária Rádió Erdély catholic, minority MP3 128 kbps
Radio Vocea Evangheliei RVE Oradea christian music, christian talk 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

Museums in Sălacea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Andrássy Ernő" History and Ethnography Museum
"Kazinczy Ferenc, Fr?ter L?r?nd and Csiha K?lm?n" Memorial Museum
Carei City Museum
Ethnografic Collection
History, Archaeology and Ethnography Museum Collection of the Ierului Valley
House-Museum
Museum of Motz People
Muzeul satului din Curtuișeni
Swabian Museum

Libraries in Sălacea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca comună0.0
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Pir0.0
Biblioteca Orășenească ”Máté Imre”0.0
Biblioteca Școlară0.0
Karul Libris0.0

Farmers Markets in Sălacea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CBA
Ócska piac
Piata de fructe
Piata sezoniera
Piață(Piac)
The Bridge

Stadiums & Teams in Sălacea

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sălacea

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Debrecen International AirportDEBLarge Airport
Oradea International AirportOMRLarge Airport
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Balkány Airfield-Small Airport
Biharkeresztes Airfield-Small Airport
Crasna Deltafly Airfield-Small Airport
Ineu King's Land Airfield-Small Airport
Laci Oros Airfield-Small Airport
Mihăieni Airfield-Small Airport
Nyíregyháza Airfield-Small Airport
Poieni Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sălacea

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Romano-Catolică

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1067
Postal Code
417445

🇷🇴 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 Sălacea

What is the population of Sălacea?

Sălacea has a population of 3,138 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 34.5 square miles.

Is Sălacea 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 Sălacea?

Sălacea 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 35.5 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sălacea?

There are 94 business establishments in the area.

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