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Vaţa de Jos, Romania

Hunedoara County · Romania

Vaţa de Jos is a small town in Hunedoara County, Romania with a population of 4,239. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

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B Good
4,239 Population 58/sq mi density
748 ft Elevation 228 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$48,816 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,816 median income

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About Vaţa de Jos

Vaţa de Jos

Vața de Jos is a commune in Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of thirteen villages: Basarabasa (Baszarabásza), Birtin (Birtin), Brotuna (Brotuna), Căzănești (Kazanesd), Ciungani (Csungány), Ocișor (Ócsisor), Ociu (Olcs), Prăvăleni (Prevaleny), Prihodiște (Prihodest), Tătărăștii de Criș (Tataresd), Târnava de Criș (Ternáva), Vața de Jos, and Vața de Sus (Felváca).

People

Population4,239
Density58/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,816

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Population4,239
Population Density58 / sq mi
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates46.1833°, 22.6000°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceHunedoara County
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (631 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$48,816

About Vaţa de Jos

Vaţa de Jos is a small town in Romania (Hunedoara County) with a population of 4,239. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Vaţa de Jos is $48,816, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 127 business establishments.

Income: Vaţa de Jos vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$48,816
35% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)127

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Vaţa de Jos experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below Romania avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area72.7 sq mi (188.3 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates46.1833°N, 22.6000°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below Romania avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

82 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 10, 2024.

Jul 18, 1991 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania M5.6 145 km
Feb 14, 2023 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania M5.6 129 km
Dec 2, 1991 1 km SW of Ciacova, Romania M5.5 138 km
Feb 13, 2023 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania M5.0 126 km
Mar 20, 2023 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania M4.9 131 km
Mar 24, 1996 3 km NW of Peciu Nou, Romania M4.8 137 km
Jun 6, 2023 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania M4.7 93 km
Oct 13, 1994 6 km SSE of Giulv?z, Romania M4.7 146 km
Aug 14, 1991 2 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.7 137 km
Sep 8, 2013 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania M4.6 67 km
Mar 2, 1992 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania M4.6 79 km
Dec 19, 1992 3 km WNW of Giulv?z, Romania M4.6 145 km
Jan 1, 2012 4 km W of Albeni, Romania M4.5 148 km
Feb 17, 2023 Romania M4.5 129 km
Aug 15, 1991 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania M4.5 128 km
Nov 21, 1991 4 km NE of Ghilad, Romania M4.4 135 km
Feb 16, 2023 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania M4.4 129 km
Jul 19, 1991 4 km SSW of Banloc, Romania M4.4 148 km
Aug 24, 1995 5 km W of Ghilad, Romania M4.4 143 km
Aug 20, 2023 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania M4.3 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 1.4 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.8 in

Vaţa de Jos has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 29°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Vaţa de Jos

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Transilvania -statia Beiuș 88.0 FM local news, local radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Vaţa de Jos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
birthplace Gabor Bethlen
Casa muzeu ,,Avram Iancu"
Crisan Memorial House
Local History and Ethnography Museum
Museum of Gold
Muzeul Mineral Toda
Panteonul Moților

Libraries in Vaţa de Jos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunal Crișcior0.0
Biblioteca Municipală "Gheorghe Pârvu"0.0
Biblioteca Municipală "Gheorghe Pârvu"0.0

Farmers Markets in Vaţa de Jos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piața agroalimentară

Train Stations in Vaţa de Jos

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vața

Stadiums & Teams in Vaţa de Jos

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Ski Resorts Near Vaţa de Jos

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 Vaţa de Jos

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Poieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Săulești AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vaţa de Jos

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Cărăstău
Biserica de lemn Târnava de Criș
Biserica Ortodoxă Basarabasa
Biserica Ortodoxă Brotuna
Biserica Ortodoxă Târnava de Criș
Biserica Vața de Jos

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Founded
1439
Postal Code
337514

🇷🇴 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 Vaţa de Jos

What is the population of Vaţa de Jos?

Vaţa de Jos has a population of 4,239 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 72.7 square miles.

Is Vaţa de Jos expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,816, 35% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Vaţa de Jos?

Vaţa de Jos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vaţa de Jos?

There are 127 business establishments in the area.

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