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Buków, Poland

Lesser Poland · 🇵🇱 Poland

Buków is a small town in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 621. Elevation: 1,184 ft (361 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
621 Population
1,184 ft Elevation 361 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Warsaw Timezone
$26,028 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$26,028 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$500/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,028
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower 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

Population621
Median Age42.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,028
Per Capita$22,145
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population621
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Coordinates49.9460°, 19.8461°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation40.4 inches (1,026 mm)
Annual Snowfall39.6 inches (101 cm)
Median Household Income$26,028
Median Age42.4 years

Is Buków a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buków receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Buków offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Buków experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Buków has a population of 621. 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

621
Total Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Buków vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buków vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buków is $26,028, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Buków vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

In Buków, 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: Buków 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

Buków experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. The area receives 39.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 1,184 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Coordinates49.9460°N, 19.8461°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.2 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.7 in

Buków has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 31°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.4").

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 Buków

What is the population of Buków?

Buków has a population of 621 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 Buków expensive to live in?

Buków is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,028, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Buków?

Buków has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Buków?

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

How much does housing cost in Buków?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $500.

How are the schools in Buków?

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

How healthy is Buków?

The obesity rate in Buków 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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