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Nowa Ruda, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Nowa Ruda is a small city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 24,753. Elevation: 1,286 ft (392 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
24,753 Population 1,731/sq mi density
1,286 ft Elevation 392 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
24.6 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

Population24,753
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,731/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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population24,753
Population Density1,731 / sq mi
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Coordinates50.5801°, 16.5016°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (625 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Nowa Ruda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nowa Ruda 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. Nowa Ruda 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

Nowa Ruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Nowa Ruda has a population of 24,753 with a density of 1,731 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 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

24,753
Total Population
1,731
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
14.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nowa Ruda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nowa Ruda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nowa Ruda 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: Nowa Ruda 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 Nowa Ruda, 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: Nowa Ruda 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

Nowa Ruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 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 1,286 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Area14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²)
Population Density1,731/sq mi
Coordinates50.5801°N, 16.5016°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.4 in

Nowa Ruda has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 27°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.0").

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 Density1,731/sq mi
Total Area14.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nowa Ruda

What is the population of Nowa Ruda?

Nowa Ruda has a population of 24,753 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 1,731 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 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 Nowa Ruda expensive to live in?

Nowa Ruda 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 Nowa Ruda?

Nowa Ruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Nowa Ruda?

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

How are the schools in Nowa Ruda?

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

How healthy is Nowa Ruda?

The obesity rate in Nowa Ruda 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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