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Salva, Romania

Bistrița-Năsăud County · Romania

Salva is a small town in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Romania with a population of 4,368. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,368 Population 386/sq mi density
984 ft Elevation 300 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.4 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 Salva

Salva

Salva is a commune in Bistrița-Năsăud County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of a single village, Salva, and included the village of Runcu Salvei until the it was split off to form a separate commune in 2005.

People

Population4,368
Density386/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Population4,368
Population Density386 / sq mi
Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Coordinates47.3000°, 24.3500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBistrița-Năsăud County
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (721 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.0 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Salva

Salva is a small town in Romania (Bistrița-Năsăud County) with a population of 4,368. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet (300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Salva is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 131 business establishments.

Income: Salva vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)131

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Salva

Salva has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 717 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.2°C / 28°F -5.7° / 1.2° 42.9
Feb -0.5°C / 31°F -4.7° / 3.8° 40.0
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F -0.8° / 9.7° 43.7
Apr 10.2°C / 50°F 4.1° / 16.4° 50.6
May 15°C / 59°F 8.6° / 21.3° 81.5
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 12.4° / 25.1° 86.0
Jul 20.4°C / 69°F 13.9° / 26.9° 91.0
Aug 20.3°C / 69°F 13.4° / 27.2° 64.5
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 9.1° / 21.6° 66.3
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 4.3° / 16° 54.1
Nov 4.8°C / 41°F 0.1° / 9.5° 44.1
Dec -0.8°C / 31°F -4.3° / 2.6° 51.9
Salva experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below Romania avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates47.3000°N, 24.3500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below Romania avg
Snowfall 5.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Jun 24, 2011 3 km SE of Ostra, Romania M4.4 110 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 146 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 138 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 103 km
Oct 16, 1995 7 km W of Cioc?ne?ti, Romania M3.7 66 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 121 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 30 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in

Salva has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Salva

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Ginmazială - - - -
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Radio Stations near Salva

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
radio SOMEȘ populară AAC+ 64 kbps
Transilvania statia Bistrița 94.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Stil FM -Dej 106.1 FM local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Someș Radio -Bistrițai 96.6 FM local news, local radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Transilvania -statia Beclean 91.5 FM local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Salva

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"George Coșbuc" Memorial Museum
"Liviu Rebreanu" Memorial Museum
"Saxon House" Museum
Beclean Orthodox Archpriest District Museum
Bistrita-Nasaud Museum Complex
Casa Memorială Liviu Rebreanu
Hunting House Museum
Nasaud Border Museum
Secerului Valley Museum Corner

Libraries in Salva

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librăria Isaharus0.0

Farmers Markets in Salva

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piață
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Decebal
Piata Nasaud

Restaurants in Salva

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Popasul Izvorul Rece Salva

Train Stations in Salva

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Salva

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Ski Resorts Near Salva

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia de schi Cocoș Bistrița 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Pârtiile Roata 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Șuior 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Salva

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Avram Iancu Cluj International AirportCLJLarge Airport
Bistrița Airfield-Small Airport
Copalnic-Manastur Airfield-Small Airport
Dezmir Airfield-Small Airport
Rona de Sus Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salva

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Ortodoxă Română Salva
Mănăstirea Salva

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
313 m (1,027 ft)
Area
29.4 km² (11.3 mi²)
Founded
1440
Postal Code
427255

🇷🇴 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 Salva

What is the population of Salva?

Salva has a population of 4,368 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 386 people per square mile, spread across 11.3 square miles.

Is Salva 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 Salva?

Salva has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Salva?

There are 131 business establishments in the area.

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