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Besko, Poland

Subcarpathia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Besko is a small town in Subcarpathia, Poland with a population of 3,700. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,700 Population
958 ft Elevation 292 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
42.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Warsaw Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population3,700
Median Age42.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,145
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.6%
Depression20.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population3,700
Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates49.5876°, 21.9529°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceSubcarpathia
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation42.5 inches (1,081 mm)
Annual Snowfall60.3 inches (153 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Besko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Besko receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Besko offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 3.0%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Besko experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 60.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Besko has a population of 3,700. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.5% male. 22.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,700
Total Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Besko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Besko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Besko is N/A. Per capita income is $22,145 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 49, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Besko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,145

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living49.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Besko, 27.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 49.2% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 78.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.2% report depression.

Health Metrics: Besko vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure49.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity78.8%
Depression20.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Besko experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The area receives 60.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall60.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Coordinates49.5876°N, 21.9529°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 1.8 in

Besko has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 29°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").

34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 86.4% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+97.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Besko

What is the population of Besko?

Besko has a population of 3,700 residents and is located in Poland.. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.5% male.

Is Besko expensive to live in?

Besko is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Besko?

Besko has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches, with 60.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Besko?

The job market in Besko is very strong, with unemployment at just 3.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Besko?

34.6% of adults in Besko hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Besko?

The obesity rate in Besko is 27.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 78.8% are physically inactive. 20.2% of residents report depression.

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