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Karpacz, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Karpacz is a small town in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 4,979. Elevation: 1,965 ft (599 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,979 Population 339/sq mi density
1,965 ft Elevation 599 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
27.8 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

Population4,979
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density339/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population4,979
Population Density339 / sq mi
Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)
Coordinates50.7767°, 15.7559°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation27.8 inches (707 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Karpacz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karpacz 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. Karpacz 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

Karpacz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Karpacz has a population of 4,979 with a density of 339 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 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

4,979
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
14.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Karpacz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karpacz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karpacz 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: Karpacz 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 Karpacz, 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: Karpacz 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

Karpacz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 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 1,965 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.0 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates50.7767°N, 15.7559°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.8 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Karpacz has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 24°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") 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

Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area14.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Karpacz

What is the population of Karpacz?

Karpacz has a population of 4,979 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 339 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 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 Karpacz expensive to live in?

Karpacz 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 Karpacz?

Karpacz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Karpacz?

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

How are the schools in Karpacz?

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

How healthy is Karpacz?

The obesity rate in Karpacz 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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