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Straja, Romania

Bacău County · Romania

Straja is a small town in Bacău County, Romania with a population of 1,316. Elevation: 1,522 ft (464 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,316 Population 6/sq mi density
1,522 ft Elevation 464 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
24.3 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 Straja

Straja resort is an Eastern European ski and snowboarding resort, situated at an elevation of 1,440 m (4,720 ft) in the Vâlcan Mountains of the Southern Carpathians, in the Jiu Valley region of Hunedoara County, Romania. The resort is a relatively new one, being declared a resort in 2002.

People

Population1,316
Density6/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,468

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Population1,316
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Coordinates46.4399°, 26.3626°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceBacău County
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (618 mm)
Annual Snowfall35.7 inches (91 cm)
Median Household Income$18,468

About Straja

Straja is a small town in Romania (Bacău County) with a population of 1,316. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet (464 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Straja is $18,468, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 39 business establishments.

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Straja experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 35.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,522 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below Romania avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,522 ft (464 m)
Area216.4 sq mi (560.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates46.4399°N, 26.3626°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Romania avg
Snowfall 35.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

426 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 30, 1990 5 km W of Nistore?ti, Romania M7.0 71 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 77 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 82 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 109 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 82 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 84 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 97 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 89 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 79 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 88 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 84 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 92 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 84 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 85 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 81 km
Apr 24, 2020 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania M4.9 105 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 95 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 90 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 98 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
November 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in

Straja has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 28°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Straja

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jurnal FM adult contemporany, cultural MP3 128 kbps
Retro Radio 97.7 FM (US) classic hits, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Siculus Rádió -Kézdivásárhely/Târgu Secuiesc 95.0 FM etnic, local news AAC+ 64 kbps
Moinesti FM dance, pop MP3 192 kbps
Terra FM dance, edm AAC

Museums in Straja

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Dimitrie N. Ghika Comanesti" Ethnography and Contemporary Art Museum
"Magura" Museum
"Vasile Catana" Sculpture Collection
History Museum

Libraries in Straja

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotecă Comănești0.0
Biblioteca Comunală Balcani0.0
Biblioteca Municipală0.0

Farmers Markets in Straja

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
D.R. - PIAȚA AGROALIMENTARĂ
Market Denisa
Mocanasu
Piață Agroalimentară
Piața Agroalimentară Săptămânală
Piața Agroalimentară Săptămânală Agăș
Piața Asău
Piața Franciselor
Piața Găzărie
Piața Ilie Verdeț
Piața Moinești

Stadiums & Teams in Straja

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Ski Resorts Near Straja

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pârtia Oprea - Valea Mare 0.0 $0
SkiGyimes 0.0 $0
pistă ski 0.0 $0

Airports Near Straja

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacău George Enescu International AirportBCMLarge Airport
Aerodromul GirovSmall Airport
Ciceu-Andras AirfieldSmall Airport
Dumbrava Roșie AirfieldSmall Airport
Fazi AirstripSmall Airport
Mărgineni AirfieldSmall Airport
Onesti AirifeldSmall Airport
Prejmer AerodromeSmall Airport
Sânpetru-Brașov AerodromeSmall Airport
Sânsimion AirfieldSmall Airport
Sarata AirfieldSmall Airport
Viișoara AirfieldSmall Airport
Zanesti AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
370 m (1,214 ft)
Area
63.9 km² (24.6 mi²)
Founded
1605
Postal Code
605200
Mayor
Viorel Miron
Website
primariacomanesti.ro/

🇷🇴 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 Straja

What is the population of Straja?

Straja has a population of 1,316 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 216.4 square miles.

Is Straja 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 Straja?

Straja has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 35.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Straja?

There are 39 business establishments in the area.

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