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Silistra, Bulgaria

Silistra · Bulgaria

Silistra is a small city in Silistra, Bulgaria with a population of 29,498. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
29,498 Population 2,812/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Sofia Timezone
$11,556 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
$11,556 median income

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About Silistra

Silistra

Silistra is a town in Northeastern Bulgaria. The town lies on the southern bank of the lower Danube river, and is also the part of the Romanian border where it stops following the Danube. Silistra is the administrative center of the Silistra Province and one of the important towns of the historical region of Dobruja.

People

Population29,498
Density2,812/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$11,556

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population29,498
Population Density2,812 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates44.1171°, 27.2606°
TimezoneEurope/Sofia
Country🇧🇬 Bulgaria
State / ProvinceSilistra
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$11,556

About Silistra

Silistra is a small city in Bulgaria (Silistra) with a population of 29,498. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.

The median household income in Silistra is $11,556, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 1,475 business establishments.

Income: Silistra vs Bulgaria

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Income

Median HH Income$11,556
85% below Bulgaria avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)1,475

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Silistra

Silistra has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 480 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.5°C / 35°F -8.4° / 14.9° 36.4
Feb 4.1°C / 39°F -7.7° / 18.4° 20.5
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F -4.2° / 23.2° 28.6
Apr 11.5°C / 53°F -0° / 25.8° 49.5
May 17°C / 63°F 5.1° / 29.8° 44.5
Jun 23.1°C / 74°F 12° / 35.4° 67.6
Jul 26.2°C / 79°F 14.7° / 39.9° 33.9
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 15.3° / 37.7° 27.4
Sep 20.5°C / 69°F 8.5° / 34° 37.0
Oct 14.5°C / 58°F 2.6° / 30.5° 35.1
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F -2.9° / 22.7° 50.5
Dec 3.7°C / 39°F -5.6° / 17.5° 48.6
Silistra experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below Bulgaria avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.2 km²)
Population Density2,812/sq mi
Coordinates44.1171°N, 27.2606°W
TimezoneEurope/Sofia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below Bulgaria avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.44"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Oct 8, 2024.

Aug 5, 2009 16 km SE of Shabla, Bulgaria M5.0 137 km
Apr 4, 2022 14 km SE of Provadia, Bulgaria M4.6 117 km
Dec 6, 2009 1 km ENE of Podgoria, Romania M4.5 146 km
Dec 3, 2012 14 km SE of Shabla, Bulgaria M4.5 134 km
Oct 8, 2024 1 km N of Voetin, Romania M4.4 150 km
Oct 7, 2010 14 km NW of Dolni Chiflik, Bulgaria M4.4 120 km
May 14, 2004 12 km SW of Razgrad, Bulgaria M4.2 101 km
May 12, 2008 4 km SSW of Strazhitsa, Bulgaria M4.1 147 km
Sep 29, 1993 3 km SSW of Mihai Viteazu, Romania M4.1 28 km
Feb 5, 2024 4 km SSW of Căzăneşti, Romania M4.0 56 km
Aug 13, 2013 8 km SE of Provadia, Bulgaria M3.9 112 km
Apr 21, 1993 7 km NE of Dalgopol, Bulgaria M3.9 115 km
Feb 25, 2005 Bulgaria M3.8 134 km
Jul 15, 2015 13 km ESE of Balgarevo, Bulgaria M3.8 134 km
Aug 20, 1995 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania M3.7 137 km
Feb 12, 2005 1 km SSW of R?zvani, Romania M3.6 45 km
Feb 6, 2006 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania M3.6 94 km
Jun 12, 1990 13 km ENE of Slivo Pole, Bulgaria M3.3 73 km
Apr 23, 2005 3 km N of Greci, Romania M3.3 145 km
May 3, 2000 2 km NW of Lapo?, Romania M3.1 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1901 BLACK SEA Earthquake 3.0 m 4 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.4 in
April 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.4 in
November 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in

Silistra has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Silistra

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vapcarov — — — —
ПМГ "Св. Климент Охридски" — — — —
ПГМ Владимир Комаров — — — —
ПГЛП Пенчо Славейков — — — —
ПГПТ Евлоги Георгиев — — — —
Езикова Гимназия — — — —
Основно училище „Иван Вазов“ — — — —
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Radio Stations near Silistra

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Supersonic Radio (RO) — MP3 192 kbps
Stres Radio (RO) manele, manele noi MP3 128 kbps
Voces Campi -Călărași (RO) hits, manele MP3 128 kbps
Smile FM Romania -Călărași-Oltenița (RO) manele MP3
Radio Oldies (RO) oldies MP3 128 kbps
Stil FM Radio - Oltenița 88.2 FM (RO) local news, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Stil FM Radio - Călărași 105.5 FM (RO) local news, local radio AAC+ 96 kbps
Super Manele (RO) manele MP3
Super Popular (RO) petrecere, populară MP3

Museums in Silistra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dervent Orthodox Monastery Museum Collection
Lower Danube Museum
Lower Danube Museum. Ethnography and Folk Art Department
Museum of History
Muzeul Dunării de Jos. Secția de Arheologie și Tezaur
Primăria
Silistra Regional Museum of History
Природонаучен музей Сребърна

Libraries in Silistra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Centrală0.0
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Conte0.0

Farmers Markets in Silistra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bazar
Piața Agroalimentara
Piața Orizont
Piata Veche
Общински пазар

Hotels in Silistra

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bartimex
Danube
Drustar
Serdika
Silistra
Zlatna Dobrudja
Хотел Бартимекс Силистра

Restaurants in Silistra

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amigos
Bolqrki
Chevermeto
Nikoloff
Riverside
Sladost
Кантона
Никулден
Олимпиец
Сладост

Cafes in Silistra

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Бохеми
Сити

Monuments in Silistra

11 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

50 години детски хор "Дунавски славей"
Борис Калчев
Васил Левски
Войнишки паметник
Лев Толстой
Партизански паметник
Петър Вичев
Петър Динев
Първи събор на хоровете от крайдунавските градове
Стефка Ангелова
Цар Борис 3

Castles in Silistra

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mezhidi Tabia Fortress

Dentists in Silistra

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Д-р Снежана Христова

Train Stations in Silistra

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Калипетрово
Силистра

Bus Stations in Silistra

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Автогара Силистра

Gas Stations in Silistra

12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BG #11310429479
BG #11310429480
BG #5016120422
INS
Lukoil
OMV
Petrol
Petrol
Rompetrol
Samoleta
Shell
SNG

Banks in Silistra

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

D Commerce Bank
DSK Bank
Fibank
Postbank
TBI Bank
UniCredit Bulbank

Shopping Malls in Silistra

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Park
EnGross

Stadiums & Teams in Silistra

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Silistra

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Feteşti Borcea Air Base—Medium Airport
Alexeni Airfield—Small Airport
Bedzhene Airstrip—Small Airport
Belitsa Airfield—Small Airport
BM Paramotoring and Paragliding Field—Small Airport
Branichevo Airstrip—Small Airport
Doyrantsi Airstrip—Small Airport
Golyama Smolnitsa Airstrip—Small Airport
Kalugerene Airstrip—Small Airport
Kaynardzha Airfield—Small Airport
Krushari Airfield—Small Airport
Leskovo Airfield—Small Airport
Luica Airfield—Small Airport
Mânăstirea Airfield—Small Airport
Nikola Kozlevo Airstrip—Small Airport
Orlyak Airfield—Small Airport
Ostrovo Airfield—Small Airport
Staro Selishte Airfield—Small Airport
Tervel Airstrip—Small Airport
Zavet Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Silistra

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Speedy
Speedy
Еконт
Еконт
Еконт

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Silistra

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Srebarna Nature Reserve

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silistra

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Зала на Царството на Свидетелите на Йехова

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Sofia

🇧🇬 About Bulgaria

Capital Sofia
Population 7,000,039
Area 110,910 km²
GDP (USD) $102,199,231,385
GDP per capita $15,853
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 75.7 years
Internet users 80.4%
Urban population 73.7%
Currency BGN (Lev)
Languages Bulgarian
Calling code +359
TLD .bg
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Silistra

Srebarna Nature Reserve
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Нова година
Jan 2 Currency change day Ден на валутната смяна
Mar 3 Liberation Day Ден на oсвобождението на България от Oсманско робство
Apr 10 Good Friday Разпети петък
Apr 11 Holy Saturday Велика събота
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Великден
Apr 13 Easter Monday Велики понеделник
May 1 International Workers' Day Ден на труда и на международната работническа солидарност
May 6 Saint George's Day Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия
May 25 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Ден на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост
Sep 7 Unification Day Ден на съединението
Sep 22 Independence Day Ден на независимостта на България
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Бъдни вечер
Dec 25 Christmas Day Рождество Христово
Dec 26 Second day of Christmas Рождество Христово

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Frequently Asked Questions About Silistra

What is the population of Silistra?

Silistra has a population of 29,498 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 2,812 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles.

Is Silistra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $11,556, 85% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Silistra?

Silistra has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Silistra?

There are 1,475 business establishments in the area.

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