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Gaj, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Gaj is a small city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 19,136. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
19,136 Population
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.5 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

Population19,136
Median Age42.4 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population19,136
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates51.0801°, 17.0402°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (824 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.7 inches (55 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Gaj a Good Place to Live?

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

Gaj experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Gaj has a population of 19,136. 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

19,136
Total Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gaj vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gaj vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gaj 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: Gaj 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 Gaj, 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: Gaj 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

Gaj experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.5 inches. The area receives 21.7 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 423 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.5 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates51.0801°N, 17.0402°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
February 33°F (0°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in

Gaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 33°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.9").

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 Gaj

What is the population of Gaj?

Gaj has a population of 19,136 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 Gaj expensive to live in?

Gaj 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 Gaj?

Gaj has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches, with 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Gaj?

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

How are the schools in Gaj?

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

How healthy is Gaj?

The obesity rate in Gaj 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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