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Kraków, Poland

Lesser Poland · 🇵🇱 Poland

Kraków is a major city in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 804,237. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
804,237 Population 6,370/sq mi density
719 ft Elevation 219 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.4 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

Population804,237
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density6,370/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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population804,237
Population Density6,370 / sq mi
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates50.0614°, 19.9366°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation40.4 inches (1,026 mm)
Annual Snowfall39.6 inches (101 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Kraków a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kraków 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. Kraków 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

Kraków experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Kraków has a population of 804,237 with a density of 6,370 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

804,237
Total Population
6,370
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
126.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kraków vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kraków vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kraków is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kraków 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 Kraków, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 78.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kraków 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

Kraków has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 221 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area126.3 sq mi (327.0 km²)
Population Density6,370/sq mi
Coordinates50.0614°N, 19.9366°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density6,370/sq mi
Total Area126.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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