Zalau (Zalău), Sălaj
Zalau: city in Sălaj County, Romania
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Quick Facts about Zalău
| Population | 62,927 |
| Country | Romania |
| State | Sălaj (Romania) |
| County | Municipiul Zalãu |
| Postal code | 450006–450167 |
| Plate code | SJ |
| Phone Area Codes | (+40) 2 60 |
| Area | 90.09 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.2000,23.0500 |
| Altitude | 902 feet / 275 meters |
| Capital | Zalău |
| Capital city | Zalău is capital of Sălaj County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1220 (806 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC+03:00, UTC+02:00 |
| Local time | 10:57:36 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Zalău is located at 47°12'0"N 23°3'0"E (47.2000000, 23.0500000).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 8,062 | - | Q22704095 |
| 1930 | 8,340 | 3.33% | Romania 1930 census |
| 1948 | 11,652 | 28.42% | Q22704103 |
| 1956 | 13,378 | 12.9% | Q22704106 |
| 1966 | 15,144 | 11.66% | Q22704111 |
| 1977 | 32,073 | 52.78% | Q22704114 |
| 1992 | 68,404 | 53.11% | Q22704118 |
| 2002 | 62,927 | -8.7% | Romania 2002 census |
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