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Kowary, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Kowary is a small city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 10,869. Elevation: 1,519 ft (463 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10,869 Population 753/sq mi density
1,519 ft Elevation 463 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.1 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

Population10,869
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density753/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population10,869
Population Density753 / sq mi
Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)
Coordinates50.7931°, 15.8356°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (638 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Kowary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kowary 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. Kowary 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

Kowary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kowary has a population of 10,869 with a density of 753 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 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

10,869
Total Population
753
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
14.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kowary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kowary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kowary 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: Kowary 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 Kowary, 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: Kowary 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

Kowary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.2 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 1,519 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)
Area14.4 sq mi (37.4 km²)
Population Density753/sq mi
Coordinates50.7931°N, 15.8356°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.6 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in

Kowary has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 25°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.2").

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 Density753/sq mi
Total Area14.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kowary

What is the population of Kowary?

Kowary has a population of 10,869 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 753 people per square mile, spread across 14.4 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 Kowary expensive to live in?

Kowary 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 Kowary?

Kowary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Kowary?

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

How are the schools in Kowary?

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

How healthy is Kowary?

The obesity rate in Kowary 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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