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Scărişoara, Romania

Alba County · Romania

Scărişoara is a small town in Alba County, Romania with a population of 1,808. Elevation: 3,652 ft (1,113 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

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C+ Fair
1,808 Population 36/sq mi density
3,652 ft Elevation 1,113 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 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
$14,256 median income

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About Scărişoara

Scărişoara

Gârda de Sus – wieś w Rumunii, w okręgu Alba, w gminie Gârda de Sus. W 2011 roku liczyła 391 mieszkańców.

People

Population1,808
Density36/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Population1,808
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Coordinates46.4667°, 22.8500°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceAlba County
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Scărişoara

Scărişoara is a small town in Romania (Alba County) with a population of 1,808. The city sits at an elevation of 3,652 feet (1,113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Scărişoara is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Scărişoara vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Scărişoara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.7 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,652 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below Romania avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Area50.2 sq mi (130.0 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates46.4667°N, 22.8500°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Romania avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 120 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 95 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 110 km
Sep 8, 2013 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania M4.3 98 km
Aug 10, 2024 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania M4.3 86 km
Dec 19, 1991 Romania M4.3 117 km
Feb 14, 2005 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania M4.2 123 km
May 22, 2023 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania M4.1 120 km
Dec 18, 1991 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania M3.9 110 km
Dec 21, 1991 1 km SE of Giarmata, Romania M3.6 137 km
Jul 10, 2008 7 km NNW of Bâlta, Romania M3.4 144 km
Aug 9, 2006 5 km SSW of Uricani, Romania M3.1 133 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 30 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 126 km
Jul 13, 2007 1 km NW of Dobri?a, Romania M3.0 149 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 62 km
Mar 18, 2016 2 km SSE of Carani, Romania M2.9 145 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Scărişoara has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Scărişoara

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Generală I-VIII Scărișoara
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Museums in Scărişoara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Avram Iancu" Memorial Museum
"Avram Iancu" Museum
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Ethnographic exhibition
Glacier and Cave of Scărișoara
Museum of Horea
Muzeu Etnografic Scărișoara
Muzeul Pătrăhaițești

Farmers Markets in Scărişoara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața Agroalimentară
Piața Câmpeni
Piața volantă

Restaurants in Scărişoara

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plâcinte Traditionale
Valea Mândruțului

Cafes in Scărişoara

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apuseanu Cafe

Ski Resorts Near Scărişoara

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Buscat Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Pârtiile Mărișel 0.0 $0

Airports Near Scărişoara

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Ineu King's Land AirfieldSmall Airport
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sălicea AirfieldSmall Airport
Săulești AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Scărişoara

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Scărișoara

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Postal Code
517310

🇷🇴 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 Scărişoara

What is the population of Scărişoara?

Scărişoara has a population of 1,808 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 50.2 square miles.

Is Scărişoara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,256, 81% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Scărişoara?

Scărişoara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Scărişoara?

There are 54 business establishments in the area.

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