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Sălcud, Romania

Mureș County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Sălcud is a small town in Mureș County, Romania with a population of 892. Elevation: 1,115 ft (340 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
892 Population
1,115 ft Elevation 340 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population892
Median Age43.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,244
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population892
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates46.4076°, 24.1714°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMureș County
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.1 inches (43 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Sălcud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sălcud receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sălcud has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sălcud experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Sălcud has a population of 892. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

892
Total Population
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sălcud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sălcud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sălcud is N/A. Per capita income is $18,244 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 40.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sălcud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sălcud, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 48.4% have high blood pressure. 27.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 79.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 2.3% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sălcud vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Sălcud experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 267 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 — among the cleanest air in the country. 91% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates46.4076°N, 24.1714°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 38°F (3°C)
1.1"
Feb 30°F (-1°C)
0.9"
Mar 40°F (4°C)
1.0"
Apr 49°F (10°C)
2.0"
May 59°F (15°C)
2.8"
Jun 64°F (18°C)
3.6"
Jul 73°F (23°C)
3.3"
Aug 66°F (19°C)
2.4"
Sep 59°F (15°C)
2.0"
Oct 49°F (9°C)
1.7"
Nov 37°F (3°C)
1.3"
Dec 29°F (-1°C)
1.4"

The warmest month is July at 73°F, while the coldest is December at 29°F — a seasonal swing of 43°F. June sees the most rain (3.6"), while February is the driest (0.9").

22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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