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Zetea, Romania

Harghita County · Romania

Zetea is a small city in Harghita County, Romania with a population of 5,670. Elevation: 1,726 ft (526 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,670 Population 71/sq mi density
1,726 ft Elevation 526 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Bucharest Timezone
$14,256 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
$14,256 median income

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About Zetea

Zetea

Zetea is a commune in the central part of Harghita County, Romania. The commune lies in the Székely Land, an ethno-cultural region in eastern Transylvania.

People

Population5,670
Density71/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,256

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Population5,670
Population Density71 / sq mi
Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Coordinates46.3833°, 25.3667°
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest
Country🇷🇴 Romania
State / ProvinceHarghita County
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (610 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$14,256

About Zetea

Zetea is a small city in Romania (Harghita County) with a population of 5,670. The city sits at an elevation of 1,726 feet (526 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.

The median household income in Zetea is $14,256, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 170 business establishments.

Income: Zetea vs Romania

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Income

Median HH Income$14,256
81% below Romania avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)170

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zetea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,726 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below Romania avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Area79.8 sq mi (206.8 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates46.3833°N, 25.3667°W
TimezoneEurope/Bucharest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.0"
37% below Romania avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

399 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 M7.0 117 km
May 31, 1990 2 km SSW of N?ruja, Romania M6.3 126 km
Sep 23, 2016 7 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.6 121 km
Apr 28, 1999 5 km WSW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M5.4 120 km
Oct 6, 2013 9 km W of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.3 120 km
Jul 20, 2001 2 km W of Spulber, Romania M5.3 127 km
Apr 6, 2000 9 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 118 km
Apr 25, 2009 9 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 125 km
Mar 13, 1998 13 km N of Ca?oca, Romania M5.2 112 km
Sep 16, 2024 8 km N of Cașoca, Romania M5.2 115 km
May 24, 2001 14 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 112 km
May 14, 2005 16 km SE of Comand?u, Romania M5.2 114 km
Nov 21, 1992 5 km SW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.2 127 km
Aug 26, 1993 10 km WNW of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 118 km
Jun 18, 2005 0 km N of Nereju Mic, Romania M5.0 127 km
Aug 17, 1992 10 km NNW of Lop?tari, Romania M4.9 128 km
Oct 15, 2013 14 km WSW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.9 123 km
Nov 27, 1995 3 km NE of Vintileasca, Romania M4.9 137 km
Jan 31, 2020 5 km NW of Nereju Mic, Romania M4.8 122 km
Oct 6, 1990 2 km NW of Lunca Jari?tei, Romania M4.8 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.3 in

Zetea has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Zetea

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Școala Primară Tófalvi
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Radio Stations near Zetea

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Szépvíz FM local news, top hits MP3 128 kbps
Szépvíz FM Rádió -Frumoasa 101.7 FM etnic, local news MP3 128 kbps
Vox FM Rádió etnic, local MP3 192 kbps
Star rádió local news, local radio AAC 48 kbps
Régió Rádió news, online radio MP3 192 kbps
Star Rádió -Székelyudvarhely/Odorheiu Secuiesc 100.8 FM etnic, local news AAC 48 kbps
Rádió GaGa Udvarhelyszék local news, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Son Radio -Sovata 89.2 FM hits, local radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Zetea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Tamási Áron" Memorial House
Áprily Lajos-emlékház
Balázs Orbán Visitor Center
Borvízmúzeum
Casa Muzeală
House-Museum
Museum Collection
Muzeul Ciobănesc din Izvoare
Muzeul de Fotografie Kováts
Muzeul Haáz Rezső
Muzeul Orașului Praid
Muzeul școlar Minele Lueta
Village Museum Collection
Village Museum Collection
Village Museum Collection

Libraries in Zetea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librărie0.0
Municipal Library of Odorheiu-Secuiesc0.0

Farmers Markets in Zetea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Piac
Piața Agro Târg Praid
Piața Corund
Piața Lupeni

Hotels in Zetea

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pensiunea Târnava

Cafes in Zetea

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Erdei Sütiház

Ski Resorts Near Zetea

10 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
Ski Varság 0.0 $0
pistă ski 0.0 $0
Bogdan 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Veresvirág 0.0 $0
Havas Bucsin 0.0 $0
Havas Bucsin 0.0 $0
Bujdosó 0.0 $0
Pârtia de schi Toplița 0.0 $0

Airports Near Zetea

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brașov-Ghimbav International AirportGHVLarge Airport
Ciceu-Andras AirfieldSmall Airport
Fazi AirstripSmall Airport
Florin AerodromeSmall Airport
Ghimbav AerodromeSmall Airport
Ghindari AirfieldSmall Airport
Joseni AirfieldSmall Airport
Mugeni AirfieldSmall Airport
Odorhei AirfieldSmall Airport
Prejmer AerodromeSmall Airport
Prejmer Corona 3 AerodromeSmall Airport
Remetea AirifeldSmall Airport
Sânpetru-Brașov AerodromeSmall Airport
Sânsimion AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zetea

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Biserica Romano-Catolică
Biserica Romano-Catolica din Zetea

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Elevation
528 m (1,732 ft)
Area
206.8 km² (79.8 mi²)
Founded
1333
Postal Code
537360
Twinned With
Balatonfenyves, Balatonföldvár, Gyöngyöspata

🇷🇴 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 Zetea

What is the population of Zetea?

Zetea has a population of 5,670 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 79.8 square miles.

Is Zetea 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 Zetea?

Zetea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Zetea?

There are 170 business establishments in the area.

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