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Jelenia Góra, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Jelenia Góra is a mid-size city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 77,366. Elevation: 1,086 ft (331 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
77,366 Population 1,835/sq mi density
1,086 ft Elevation 331 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
23.3 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

Population77,366
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,835/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)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population77,366
Population Density1,835 / sq mi
Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Coordinates50.8997°, 15.7290°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.3 inches (592 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Jelenia Góra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jelenia Góra 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. Jelenia Góra 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

Jelenia Góra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Jelenia Góra has a population of 77,366 with a density of 1,835 people per square mile, spread across 42.2 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

77,366
Total Population
1,835
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
42.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jelenia Góra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jelenia Góra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jelenia Góra 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: Jelenia Góra 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 Jelenia Góra, 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: Jelenia Góra 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

Jelenia Góra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 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 1,086 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Area42.2 sq mi (109.2 km²)
Population Density1,835/sq mi
Coordinates50.8997°N, 15.7290°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in

Jelenia Góra has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") 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 Density1,835/sq mi
Total Area42.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jelenia Góra

What is the population of Jelenia Góra?

Jelenia Góra has a population of 77,366 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 1,835 people per square mile, spread across 42.2 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 Jelenia Góra expensive to live in?

Jelenia Góra 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 Jelenia Góra?

Jelenia Góra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.3 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Jelenia Góra?

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

How are the schools in Jelenia Góra?

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

How healthy is Jelenia Góra?

The obesity rate in Jelenia Góra 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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