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Białystok, Poland

Podlasie · 🇵🇱 Poland

Białystok is a large city in Podlasie, Poland with a population of 295,683. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
295,683 Population 7,508/sq mi density
443 ft Elevation 135 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
22.7 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

Population295,683
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density7,508/mi²
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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population295,683
Population Density7,508 / sq mi
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Coordinates53.1333°, 23.1643°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvincePodlasie
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (577 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.6 inches (17 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Białystok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Białystok receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Białystok 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

Białystok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Białystok has a population of 295,683 with a density of 7,508 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

295,683
Total Population
7,508
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
39.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Białystok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Białystok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Białystok is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Białystok 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 Białystok, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 78.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Białystok 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

Białystok has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area39.4 sq mi (102.0 km²)
Population Density7,508/sq mi
Coordinates53.1333°N, 23.1643°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,508/sq mi
Total Area39.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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