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Krynica-Zdrój, Poland

Lesser Poland · 🇵🇱 Poland

Krynica-Zdrój is a small city in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 12,270. Elevation: 1,942 ft (592 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
12,270 Population 791/sq mi density
1,942 ft Elevation 592 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
35.6 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

Population12,270
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density791/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)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population12,270
Population Density791 / sq mi
Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Coordinates49.4223°, 20.9594°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (905 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Krynica-Zdrój a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Krynica-Zdrój 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. Krynica-Zdrój 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

Krynica-Zdrój has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Krynica-Zdrój has a population of 12,270 with a density of 791 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 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

12,270
Total Population
791
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
15.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Krynica-Zdrój vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Krynica-Zdrój vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Krynica-Zdrój 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: Krynica-Zdrój 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 Krynica-Zdrój, 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: Krynica-Zdrój 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

Krynica-Zdrój has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.6 inches. The area receives 9.8 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 1,942 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,942 ft (592 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²)
Population Density791/sq mi
Coordinates49.4223°N, 20.9594°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 5.2 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 4.9 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
November 35°F (1°C) 2.2 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Krynica-Zdrój has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density791/sq mi
Total Area15.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Krynica-Zdrój

What is the population of Krynica-Zdrój?

Krynica-Zdrój has a population of 12,270 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 791 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 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 Krynica-Zdrój expensive to live in?

Krynica-Zdrój 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 Krynica-Zdrój?

Krynica-Zdrój 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 60°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Krynica-Zdrój?

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

How are the schools in Krynica-Zdrój?

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

How healthy is Krynica-Zdrój?

The obesity rate in Krynica-Zdrój 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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