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Satu Mare, Romania

Arad County · Romania

Satu Mare is a small town in Arad County, Romania with a population of 1,005. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,005 Population 21/sq mi density
308 ft Elevation 94 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.0 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 Satu Mare

Satu Mare

Satu Mare is a city in Romania with a population of 91,520 (2021). It is the capital of Satu Mare County as well as the centre of the Satu Mare metropolitan area. It lies in the region of Maramureș, broadly part of Transylvania. Mentioned in the Gesta Hungarorum as castrum Zotmar, the city has a history going back to the Middle Ages. Today, it is an academic, cultural, industrial, and business centre in the Nord-Vest development region.

People

Population1,005
Density21/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Population1,005
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Coordinates46.0663°, 20.9583°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceArad County
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation34.0 inches (864 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.9 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Satu Mare

Satu Mare is a small town in Romania (Arad County) with a population of 1,005. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Satu Mare is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Satu Mare vs Romania

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Satu Mare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 76°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 34.0 inches. The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Romania avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area47.5 sq mi (123.1 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates46.0663°N, 20.9583°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.0"
10% below Romania avg
Snowfall 10.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 5, 2025.

Jul 12, 1991 2 km S of Livezile, Romania M5.6 79 km
Dec 2, 1991 1 km SW of Ciacova, Romania M5.5 64 km
Jul 19, 1991 7 km ENE of Stari Lec, Serbia M5.1 84 km
Mar 24, 1996 3 km NW of Peciu Nou, Romania M4.8 50 km
Aug 2, 1991 4 km ENE of Velika Greda, Serbia M4.7 90 km
Oct 13, 1994 6 km SSE of Giulv?z, Romania M4.7 64 km
Aug 14, 1991 2 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.7 67 km
Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 34 km
Dec 19, 1992 3 km WNW of Giulv?z, Romania M4.6 56 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 53 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 70 km
Aug 24, 1995 5 km W of Ghilad, Romania M4.4 67 km
Nov 21, 1991 4 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.4 66 km
Jul 19, 1991 4 km SSW of Banloc, Romania M4.4 81 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 50 km
Jul 31, 1991 5 km NNW of Veliki Gaj, Serbia M4.3 83 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 82 km
Aug 12, 1991 1 km E of Ghilad, Romania M4.2 68 km
Oct 15, 1994 7 km NNE of Giera, Romania M4.2 66 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
February 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 76°F (24°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in Coldest

Satu Mare has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in December to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Satu Mare

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Acustic Radio classical, instrumental music MP3
West City Radio oldies, pop MP3 192 kbps
Deja Vu Radio (HU) 00s, 90s MP3 192 kbps
Xtend Radio dace, electro MP3 128 kbps
Veselia Folclor petrecere, populară MP3 128 kbps
TimiBanat -Populară petrecere, populară MP3 224 kbps
Radio Dreams Dance Hits Adrenaline club house, dance AAC+ 128 kbps
TimiBanat -Eurodisco 70's, blues MP3 224 kbps
Aeroport Radio dance, hip-hop MP3 128 kbps
Vocea Creștinilor crestin, religios MP3 192 kbps
Radio Arad classic hits, hits AAC+ 36 kbps

Museums in Satu Mare

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Dormition of the Mother of God" Hodos Monastery Museum Collection
"Nikolaus Lenau" Memorial House
Molnár C. Pál emlékház
Museum Collection
Museum of Slovak traditions
Muzeul Etnografic Slovac
Punct muzeistic Igriș

Libraries in Satu Mare

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Orășenească Nădlac0.0
Biblioteca Oraseneasca Pecica0.0
Népek Barátsága Közművelődési és Iskola Könyvtár0.0

Farmers Markets in Satu Mare

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Lovrin
Piața Lovrin
Piața Nădlac

Airports Near Satu Mare

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Timișoara Traian Vuia International AirportTSRLarge Airport
Arad International AirportARWMedium Airport
Békéscsaba AirfieldSmall Airport
Buziaş AirfieldSmall Airport
Charlie Bravo Șiria AirfieldSmall Airport
Cioca AirfieldSmall Airport
Ečka AirfieldSmall Airport
Fibiș AirstripSmall Airport
Golden Wings AirfieldSmall Airport
Hódmezővásárhely AirfieldSmall Airport
Kákahalom AirfieldSmall Airport
Kikinda AirfieldSmall Airport
MezőhegyesSmall Airport
Nădab AirfieldSmall Airport
NagyszénásSmall Airport
Szentes AerodromeSmall Airport
Telekgerendás AirfieldSmall Airport
Torda AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1333
Postal Code
317287

🇷🇴 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 Satu Mare

What is the population of Satu Mare?

Satu Mare has a population of 1,005 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 47.5 square miles.

Is Satu Mare 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 Satu Mare?

Satu Mare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 10.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Satu Mare?

There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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