Biecz, Poland

Lesser Poland · Poland

Biecz is a small town in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 4,564. Elevation: 833 ft (254 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

4,564 Population 664/sq mi density

833 ft Elevation 254 meters

46°F Avg Temperature 8°C

27.7 in Annual Rain

Europe / Warsaw Timezone

$26,028 Median Income

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2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

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2.7 / 5.0

$26,028 median income

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About Biecz

Biecz is a town and municipality in southeastern Poland, in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Gorlice County. It is in the Carpathian Mountains, in the Doły Jasielsko-Sanockie, by the Ropa River. Due to its rich history, it is often referred to as "little Kraków" or the "pearl of the Carpathians". The many preserved medieval city walls and buildings have also given rise to the nickname "Polish Carcassonne" for both Biecz and the town of Szydłów.

People

Population4,564

Density664/mi²

Economy

C+

Median Income$26,028

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

Rain27.7 in/yr

Sunny Days286/yr

Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Population	4,564
Population Density	664 / sq mi
Elevation	833 ft (254 m)
Coordinates	49.7360°, 21.2630°
Timezone	Europe/Warsaw
Country	🇵🇱 Poland
State / Province	Lesser Poland
Average Temperature	46°F (8°C)
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	27.7 inches (703 mm)
Annual Snowfall	4.0 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income	$26,028

About Biecz

Biecz is a small town in Poland (Lesser Poland) with a population of 4,564. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet (254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Warsaw.

The median household income in Biecz is $26,028, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 274 business establishments.

Income: Biecz vs Poland

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$26,028
	65% below Poland avg

Employment & Poverty



Establishments (County)	274

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Biecz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 286 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	46.4°F
	14% below Poland avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	833 ft (254 m)
Area	6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density	664/sq mi
Coordinates	49.7360°N, 21.2630°W
Timezone	Europe/Warsaw

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.7"

27% below Poland avg

Snowfall 4.0"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Apr 23, 2020.

May 20, 2003	12 km S of Snina, Slovakia	M4.3	115 km
Jun 29, 1992	6 km WSW of Krempna, Poland	M4.2	30 km
Mar 1, 1993	2 km S of Gorlice, Poland	M4.0	13 km
Jun 28, 1992	6 km SSE of Szczawnica, Poland	M4.0	67 km
Jan 29, 2005	2 km NNE of Czarny Dunajec, Poland	M3.6	106 km
Jun 29, 1992	8 km S of Dukla, Poland	M3.6	42 km
Sep 11, 1995	6 km NNE of ?opuszna, Poland	M3.5	82 km
Jan 16, 1996	1 km W of Trzebinia, Poland	M3.4	138 km
Apr 23, 2020	7 km SSW of Strážske, Slovakia	M3.3	110 km
Apr 27, 2000	5 km SW of S?awków, Poland	M3.3	149 km
Nov 5, 1997	3 km WSW of S?awków, Poland	M3.3	150 km
Mar 3, 1999	1 km NNW of Chrzanów, Poland	M3.3	141 km
Aug 21, 1996	0 km S of Paw?ów, Poland	M3.2	136 km
Nov 16, 2001	1 km N of Chrzanów, Poland	M3.2	141 km
Jun 25, 2006	10 km S of Bukowina Tatrza?ska, Poland	M3.1	99 km
Nov 15, 1991	4 km SW of Nag?owice, Poland	M3.0	133 km
Oct 29, 1996	1 km WNW of Bukowno, Poland	M3.0	144 km
Nov 21, 1999	1 km SW of S?awków, Poland	M3.0	148 km
Jun 21, 2000	0 km ESE of ?winna, Poland	M3.0	144 km
Jan 23, 2005	1 km SSW of Czarny Dunajec, Poland	M3.0	108 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	38°F (3°C)	1.3 in
April	47°F (8°C)	2.1 in
May	56°F (13°C)	3.1 in
June	61°F (16°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	64°F (18°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	63°F (17°C)	3.2 in
September	56°F (13°C)	2.5 in
October	48°F (9°C)	1.9 in
November	37°F (3°C)	1.5 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	1.5 in

Biecz has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 27°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Biecz

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Szkoła Podstawowa	-	-	-	-
Liceum Ogólnokształcące im. S. Wyspiańskiego	-	-	-	-
Szkoła Podstawowa nr 2 im. Wacława Potockiego	-	-	-	-
Zespół Szkół Nr 1	-	-	-	-
Zespół Szkół Zawodowych im. Świętej Jadwigi Królowej	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Biecz

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Eska Kielce	-	UNKNOWN
Radio Eska Tarnów	-	MP3 128 kbps
Radio RDN Małopolska	christian, religion	MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Biecz

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
„Szpitalka”
Cerkiew w Bartnem
Dom z basztą
Dziubyniłka- Łemkowska Zagroda Edukacyjna
Galeria Sztuki Dwór Karwacjanów
Izba Muzealna w Dębowcu
Izba Pamięci Pożarnictwa w Dębowcu
Kopanka Anna
Kromerówka
Muzeum Dwory Karwacjanów i Gładyszów - Oddział Ośrodek Konferencyjno-Wystawienniczy "Kasztel w Szymbarku"
Muzeum Jazdy Konnej
Muzeum Lalek
Muzeum Lizaka
Muzeum Magurskiego Parku Narodowego
Muzeum Misyjne
Muzeum Narciarstwa w Cieklinie
Muzeum Przemysłu Naftowego
Muzeum Regionalne
Muzeum Regionalne PTTK
Muzeum Regionalne w Jaśle im. dr. Stanisława Kadyiego
Muzeum Rzemiosła Łemkowskiego im. Stefana Czerhoniaka
Muzeum Wielkiej Wojny w Kotani
Ośrodek Edukacyjny i Muzeum Magurskiego Parku Narodowego
Skansen Archeologiczny "Karpacka Troja"
Skansen Przemysłu Naftowego "Magdalena"
Skansen Wsi Pogórzańskiej im. prof. Romana Reinfussa
Zagroda Maziarska w Łosiu

Libraries in Biecz

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Biblioteka Biecz, filia w Rożnowicach		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna w Swoszowej		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna w Szynwałdzie		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna w Tuchowie Filia w Jodłówce Tuchowskiej		0.0
Biblioteka w Binarowej		0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Brzostku		0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Ropie Filia w Łosiu		0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Ryglicach Filia w Zalasowej		0.0
Gminne Centrum Kultury i Czytelnictwa		0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Jaśle - Filia nr 1		0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Jaśle - Filia nr 2		0.0
Stara Plebania		0.0

Farmers Markets in Biecz

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Market Square
Plac targowy "Mały Rynek"

Hotels in Biecz

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel i Restauracja Grodzka

Restaurants in Biecz

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

u Becza

Cafes in Biecz

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

u Becza

Cinemas in Biecz

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kino Farys

Theme Parks in Biecz

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ogródek Dydaktyczny

Train Stations in Biecz

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Gas Stations in Biecz

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Biecz

Orlen

PL #4350339167

Banks in Biecz

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Pekao

Bank Spółdzielczy

Stadiums & Teams in Biecz

Team	League	Division

Ski Resorts Near Biecz

18 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Dwie Doliny Muszyna–Wierchomla	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Stok narciarski w Stobiernej	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Pańciunia	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Kiczera Ski	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Słotwiny Ski	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Słotwiny Arena	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Henryk Ski	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Regetovka	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Jaworzyna Krynicka	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Levoča Nordic Centrum	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Family Park DIMBO	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Makovica	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Master-Ski	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Tylicz-Ski	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Skicomp Fakľovka Litmanová	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Ski Lysá	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Resort Levočská dolina	-	-	$0	-	-	-
Levoča Nordic Centrum	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Biecz

21 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bauerówka Airfield	-	Small Airport
Ďačov Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Górki Airfield	-	Small Airport
Hertník Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Ikar Jasło Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Jasienna Airfield	-	Small Airport
Kamienka/Hniezdne Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Kazimierza Mała Airfield	-	Small Airport
Klčov Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Krosno Airfield	-	Small Airport
Kurov Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Mielec Airfield	-	Small Airport
Nowy Sącz-Łososina Dolna Airfield	-	Small Airport
Prešov Air Base	POV	Small Airport
Ražňany Airfield	-	Small Airport
Šarišské Michaľany Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Svidník Airfield	-	Small Airport
Tarnów Airfield	-	Small Airport
Tuszów Narodowy Airfield	-	Small Airport
Volica Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Zborov Airfield	-	Small Airport

Post Offices in Biecz

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Poczta Polska

Treatment Centers in Biecz

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
As-med

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biecz

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Kapliczka Najświętszej Marii Panny
Kapliczka św. Michała Archanioła
Kolegiata Bożego Ciała
Kościół pw. Ducha Świętego
Kościół pw. Świętej Anny
Sala Królestwa Świadków Jehowy

Quick Facts

Timezone

Europe/Warsaw

🇵🇱 About Poland

Capital	Warsaw
Population	37,978,548
Area	312,685 km²
GDP (USD)	$812,451,193,396
GDP per capita	$22,145
HDI	0.881
Life expectancy	78.5 years
Internet users	86.4%
Urban population	59.9%
Currency	PLN (Zloty)
Languages	Polish
Calling code	+48
TLD	.pl
Driving side	right

Public Holidays in Poland

14 public holidays this year

Date	Holiday	Local Name
Jan 1	New Year's Day	Nowy Rok
Jan 6	Epiphany	Święto Trzech Króli
Apr 5	Easter Sunday	Wielkanoc
Apr 6	Easter Monday	Drugi Dzień Wielkanocy
May 1	May Day	Święto Pracy
May 3	Constitution Day	Święto Narodowe Trzeciego Maja
May 24	Pentecost	Zielone Świątki
Jun 4	Corpus Christi	Boże Ciało
Aug 15	Assumption Day	Wniebowzięcie Najświętszej Maryi Panny
Nov 1	All Saints' Day	Wszystkich Świętych
Nov 11	Independence Day	Narodowe Święto Niepodległości
Dec 24	Christmas Eve	Wolna Wigilia
Dec 25	Christmas Day	Boże Narodzenie
Dec 26	St. Stephen's Day	Drugi Dzień Bożego Narodzenia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Biecz

What is the population of Biecz?

Biecz has a population of 4,564 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 664 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles.

Is Biecz expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,028, 65% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Biecz?

Biecz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.7 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Biecz?

There are 274 business establishments in the area.

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