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

Population55,769

Median Age42.4 yrs

Density6,877/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)

Rain21.6 in/yr

Sunny Days297/yr

Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.6%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband86.4%

Population	55,769
Population Density	6,877 / sq mi
Elevation	417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates	53.8282°, 22.3647°
Timezone	Europe/Warsaw
Country	🇵🇱 Poland
State / Province	Warmia-Masuria
Average Temperature	45°F (7°C)
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	21.6 inches (549 mm)
Annual Snowfall	6.4 inches (16 cm)
Median Age	42.4 years

Is Ełk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ełk 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. Ełk 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

Ełk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Ełk has a population of 55,769 with a density of 6,877 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

55,769

Total Population

6,877

People / sq mi

42.4yrs

Median Age

9% above US avg

8.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ełk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Ełk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ełk 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: Ełk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$22,145

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.2%
	98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	49.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ełk, 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: Ełk vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.5%
	14% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
High Blood Pressure	49.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.6%
	33% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.9%
Physical Inactivity	78.8%
Depression	20.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%

Food & Exercise

Ełk has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.6 inches
	43% below US avg
Snowfall	6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	24.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	90.2%

Geography

Elevation	417 ft (127 m)
Area	8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²)
Population Density	6,877/sq mi
Coordinates	53.8282°N, 22.3647°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Density	6,877/sq mi
Total Area	8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Ełk, Poland

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ełk a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ełk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ełk vs U.S. Average

Income: Ełk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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