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Głuszyca, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Głuszyca is a small city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 6,897. Elevation: 1,470 ft (448 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,897 Population 1,102/sq mi density
1,470 ft Elevation 448 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
24.1 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

Population6,897
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,102/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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population6,897
Population Density1,102 / sq mi
Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Coordinates50.6874°, 16.3717°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (613 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Głuszyca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Głuszyca 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. Głuszyca 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

Głuszyca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Głuszyca has a population of 6,897 with a density of 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 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

6,897
Total Population
1,102
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Głuszyca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Głuszyca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Głuszyca 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: Głuszyca 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 Głuszyca, 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: Głuszyca 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

Głuszyca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 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 1,470 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density1,102/sq mi
Coordinates50.6874°N, 16.3717°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in

Głuszyca has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 27°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.0").

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 Density1,102/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Głuszyca

What is the population of Głuszyca?

Głuszyca has a population of 6,897 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 1,102 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 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 Głuszyca expensive to live in?

Głuszyca 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 Głuszyca?

Głuszyca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Głuszyca?

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

How are the schools in Głuszyca?

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

How healthy is Głuszyca?

The obesity rate in Głuszyca 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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