Total population
1.67 M
Average salary
4,317 RON
Average unemployment
1.82%
Crime rate
1876.6
The West Development Region, encompassing the counties of Timiș, Arad, Hunedoara, and Caraș-Severin, is a profoundly multicultural territory and the birthplace of the 1989 Romanian Revolution. Timișoara, the first European city with public electric street lighting, blends a strong Austro-Hungarian architectural heritage with a vibrant, innovative spirit. The region's economic character is diverse, rooted in a solid industrial tradition, agriculture, and a skilled workforce, while its cultural identity is defined by iconic landmarks like Corvin Castle in Hunedoara and the natural beauty of the Apuseni Mountains and the Iron Gates. This area stands out for its unique blend of Romanian, Hungarian, Serbian, and German communities that have coexisted for centuries.
Counties in this region
| # | County | Inhabitants | Net salary | Unemployment rate | Per 100K pop. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timis | 663,543 | 5,385 | 1.08% | 1715.5 |
| 2 | Arad | 410,871 | 4,155 | 1.74% | 1429.9 |
| 3 | Hunedoara | 354,879 | 3,778 | 4.44% | 2689.1 |
| 4 | Caras-Severin | 243,685 | 3,951 | 0.00% | 1885.2 |