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Târgu Mureş, Romania

Mureș County · 🇷🇴 Romania

Târgu Mureş is a large city in Mureș County, Romania with a population of 212,752. Elevation: 1,047 ft (319 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
212,752 Population 8,230/sq mi density
1,047 ft Elevation 319 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
29.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
66% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population212,752
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density8,230/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,244
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.7%

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking27.0%
Depression2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+99.2%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband89.2%
Population212,752
Population Density8,230 / sq mi
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Coordinates46.5425°, 24.5575°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceMureș County
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (751 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.8 inches (63 cm)
Median Age43.2 years

Is Târgu Mureş a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Târgu Mureş receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Târgu Mureş has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Târgu Mureş experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Târgu Mureş has a population of 212,752 with a density of 8,230 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

212,752
Total Population
8,230
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
25.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Târgu Mureş vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Târgu Mureş vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Târgu Mureş is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Târgu Mureş vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
66% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living40.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Târgu Mureş, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% are current smokers. 2.3% report depression. 79.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Târgu Mureş vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure48.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity79.5%
Depression2.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Târgu Mureş has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.8%

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area25.9 sq mi (67.0 km²)
Population Density8,230/sq mi
Coordinates46.5425°N, 24.5575°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+99.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8,230/sq mi
Total Area25.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Sâncraiu de Mureş 6,161 pop · 1.6 mi Sângeorgiu de Mureş 7,776 pop · 2.6 mi Nazna 2,029 pop · 2.7 mi Remetea 4,201 pop · 3.0 mi Livezeni 3,704 pop · 3.6 mi Pănet 5,880 pop · 4.3 mi Crăciuneşti 4,283 pop · 4.5 mi Cristeşti 5,507 pop · 4.6 mi Acăţari 4,719 pop · 5.6 mi Ernei 5,141 pop · 5.9 mi Gheorghe Doja 2,827 pop · 5.9 mi Ungheni 6,449 pop · 5.9 mi Ceuașu de Câmpie 1,656 pop · 6.6 mi Mădăraș 1,282 pop · 7.3 mi
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