Oraş Petrila
City in Hunedoara, Romania
Overview
Oraş Petrila, set at the edge of the Jiu Valley in southwestern Transylvania, is known for its mining legacy, beautiful mountain scenery, and authentic Romanian small-town atmosphere. Visitors can expect a laid-back pace of life, friendly locals, and access to the spectacular Parâng Mountains nearby.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Romania
Department
Hunedoara
Population
—
Time Zone
Europe/Bucharest
Coordinates
45.45°, 23.44°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$888
Local Cost
$440
Local Income
$500
Cashless
35
English
25
Temperature
7.1°C
Summer Avg
17.4°C
Winter Avg
-3.4°C
Record High
34.2°C
Record Low
-24.6°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
810 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
3.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.