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Łódź, Poland

Łódź Voivodeship · 🇵🇱 Poland

Łódź is a major city in Łódź Voivodeship, Poland with a population of 645,693. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
645,693 Population 5,703/sq mi density
702 ft Elevation 214 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.6 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

Population645,693
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density5,703/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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population645,693
Population Density5,703 / sq mi
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Coordinates51.7706°, 19.4740°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceŁódź Voivodeship
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.6 inches (549 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Łódź a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Łódź 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. Łódź 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

Łódź experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Łódź has a population of 645,693 with a density of 5,703 people per square mile, spread across 113.2 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

645,693
Total Population
5,703
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
113.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Łódź vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Łódź vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Łódź 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: Łódź 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 Łódź, 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: Łódź 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

Łódź experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 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 702 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area113.2 sq mi (293.2 km²)
Population Density5,703/sq mi
Coordinates51.7706°N, 19.4740°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
April 47°F (9°C) 1.4 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 62°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in

Łódź has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.9").

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 Density5,703/sq mi
Total Area113.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Łódź

What is the population of Łódź?

Łódź has a population of 645,693 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 5,703 people per square mile, spread across 113.2 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 Łódź expensive to live in?

Łódź 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 Łódź?

Łódź has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Łódź?

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

How are the schools in Łódź?

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

How healthy is Łódź?

The obesity rate in Łódź 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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