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Nowy Sącz, Poland

Lesser Poland · 🇵🇱 Poland

Nowy Sącz is a mid-size city in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 84,376. Elevation: 961 ft (293 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
84,376 Population 3,834/sq mi density
961 ft Elevation 293 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
31.9 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

Population84,376
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,834/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation961 ft (293 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population84,376
Population Density3,834 / sq mi
Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Coordinates49.6218°, 20.6971°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (810 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Nowy Sącz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nowy Sącz 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. Nowy Sącz 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

Nowy Sącz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Nowy Sącz has a population of 84,376 with a density of 3,834 people per square mile, spread across 22.0 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

84,376
Total Population
3,834
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
22.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nowy Sącz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nowy Sącz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nowy Sącz 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: Nowy Sącz 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 Nowy Sącz, 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: Nowy Sącz 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

Nowy Sącz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.9 inches. The area receives 5.1 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 961 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation961 ft (293 m)
Area22.0 sq mi (57.0 km²)
Population Density3,834/sq mi
Coordinates49.6218°N, 20.6971°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 29°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in

Nowy Sącz has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (1.3").

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 Density3,834/sq mi
Total Area22.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nowy Sącz

What is the population of Nowy Sącz?

Nowy Sącz has a population of 84,376 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 3,834 people per square mile, spread across 22.0 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 Nowy Sącz expensive to live in?

Nowy Sącz 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 Nowy Sącz?

Nowy Sącz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Nowy Sącz?

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

How are the schools in Nowy Sącz?

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

How healthy is Nowy Sącz?

The obesity rate in Nowy Sącz 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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