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Boguszów-Gorce, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Boguszów-Gorce is a small city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 16,726. Elevation: 1,906 ft (581 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
16,726 Population 1,604/sq mi density
1,906 ft Elevation 581 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.8 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

Population16,726
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,604/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population16,726
Population Density1,604 / sq mi
Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Coordinates50.7551°, 16.2049°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (631 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.8 inches (17 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Boguszów-Gorce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boguszów-Gorce 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. Boguszów-Gorce 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

Boguszów-Gorce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches, including 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Boguszów-Gorce has a population of 16,726 with a density of 1,604 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. 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

16,726
Total Population
1,604
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Boguszów-Gorce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boguszów-Gorce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boguszów-Gorce 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: Boguszów-Gorce 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 Boguszów-Gorce, 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: Boguszów-Gorce 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

Boguszów-Gorce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. 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 1,906 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall6.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,906 ft (581 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density1,604/sq mi
Coordinates50.7551°N, 16.2049°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in

Boguszów-Gorce has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 26°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.1").

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

Population Density1,604/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Boguszów-Gorce

What is the population of Boguszów-Gorce?

Boguszów-Gorce has a population of 16,726 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 1,604 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. 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 Boguszów-Gorce expensive to live in?

Boguszów-Gorce 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 Boguszów-Gorce?

Boguszów-Gorce has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Boguszów-Gorce?

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

How are the schools in Boguszów-Gorce?

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

How healthy is Boguszów-Gorce?

The obesity rate in Boguszów-Gorce 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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