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Zalău, Romania
Sălaj County · Romania
Zalău is a mid-size city in Sălaj County, Romania with a population of 52,359. Elevation: 856 ft (261 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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About Zalău
Zalău (Romanian pronunciation: [zaˈləw], unofficial and former official name: Romanian: Zălau is the seat of Sălaj County, Romania. In 2021, its estimated population was 52,359.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 52,359 |
| Population Density | 1,255 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.2000°, 23.0500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Sălaj County |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.6 inches (930 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 45.9 inches (117 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,256 |
About Zalău
Zalău is a mid-size city in Romania (Sălaj County) with a population of 52,359. The city sits at an elevation of 856 feet (261 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Income: Zalău vs Romania
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,256 |
| 81% below Romania avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,571 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Zalău
Zalău has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 737 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 41.7 sq mi (108.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2000°N, 23.0500°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Zalău has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 31°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.4").
Colleges & Universities in Zalău
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liceul pedagogic ”Gheorghe Șincai” | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Zalău
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Școala Mihai Eminescu | — | — | — | — |
| Sc Auto Nova Srl | — | — | — | — |
| Liceul Reformat "Wesselényi" | — | — | — | — |
| Școala gimnazială „Simion Bărnuțiu” Zalău | — | — | — | — |
| Școala Gimnazială "Gheorghe Lazăr" | — | — | — | — |
| Școala Gimnazială "Corneliu Coposu" | — | — | — | — |
| Liceul de Artă "Ioan Sima"(Școala Nr. 7) | — | — | — | — |
| Liceul Reformat "Wesselényi" Zalău | — | — | — | — |
| Școala Gimnazială Porolissum | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Zalău
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replica Radio | disco, folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Transilvania -statia Zalău 94.6 FM | local news, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Squad Radio | alternative, news | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Zalău
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Sipos László" Hungarian Ethnographic Museum of Bogdand | ||||
| Casa Memorială „Iuliu Maniu” | ||||
| Casa Memorială Simion Bărnuțiu | ||||
| History and Art County Museum | ||||
| History and Art County Museum - Ioan Sima Art Gallery | ||||
| History and Art County Museum. "Ioan Sima" Art Museum | ||||
| Jibou Botanical Garden | ||||
| Muzeul Memorial al Holocaustului din Nordul Transilvaniei |
Libraries in Zalău
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Județeană "Ioniță Scipione Bădescu" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zalău
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Agroalimentară | |||||
| Piața Agroalimentară Centrală | |||||
| Piața Dumbrava | |||||
| Piața Șimleul Silvaniei |
Hotels in Zalău
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zalău
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zalău
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Zalău
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Zalău
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Zalău
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zalău
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zalău
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zalău
15 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Zalău
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Zalău
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Zalău
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Zalău
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 Zalău
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport | CLJ | Large Airport |
| Maramureș International Airport | BAY | Medium Airport |
| Satu Mare International Airport | SUJ | Medium Airport |
| Aerodrom Baia Mare | — | Small Airport |
| Copalnic-Manastur Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Crasna Deltafly Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dezmir Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Laci Oros Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mihăieni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mujdeni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Poieni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Săcălășeni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sălicea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zalău
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficiul Județean Poștal Sălaj |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zalău
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica Baptistă | |
| Biserica Baptistă | |
| Biserica Baptista Golgota | |
| Biserica Greco-Catolică | |
| Biserica greco-catolică Dumbrava | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Nașterea Maicii Domnului | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Nouă Ortelec | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Pogorârea Sfântului Duh | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Sfântul Arhidiacon Ștefan | |
| Biserica Ortodoxă Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul | |
| Biserica Reformată-Calvină Zalău | |
| Biserica Romano-Catolică Preasfânta Treime | |
| Biserica Sfânta Treime | |
| Catedrala "Adormirea Maicii Domnului" | |
| Catedrala Episcopală „Înălţarea Domnului” | |
| Harul | |
| Hungarian Baptist Church in Zalău |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Zalău
24 places within 15 km
- • Castrul Roman Porolissum
- • Citera Pomilor
- • Corniștea
- • Dealu Cărbunării
- • Dealul Ascuțit
- • Dealul Țiganilor
- + 16 more
- • Amfiteatrul Roman
- • HOME
🇷🇴 About Romania
Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zalău
What is the population of Zalău?
Zalău has a population of 52,359 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 1,255 people per square mile, spread across 41.7 square miles.
Is Zalău 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 Zalău?
Zalău has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 45.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Zalău?
There are 1,571 business establishments in the area.