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Oleśnica, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Oleśnica is a mid-size city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 36,956. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
36,956 Population 4,568/sq mi density
502 ft Elevation 153 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.3 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

Population36,956
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density4,568/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)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation502 ft (153 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population36,956
Population Density4,568 / sq mi
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Coordinates51.2134°, 17.3899°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (566 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Oleśnica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oleśnica 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. Oleśnica 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

Oleśnica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Oleśnica has a population of 36,956 with a density of 4,568 people per square mile, spread across 8.1 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

36,956
Total Population
4,568
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oleśnica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oleśnica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oleśnica 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: Oleśnica 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 Oleśnica, 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: Oleśnica 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

Oleśnica experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 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 502 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²)
Population Density4,568/sq mi
Coordinates51.2134°N, 17.3899°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in

Oleśnica has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") 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 Density4,568/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oleśnica

What is the population of Oleśnica?

Oleśnica has a population of 36,956 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 4,568 people per square mile, spread across 8.1 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 Oleśnica expensive to live in?

Oleśnica 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 Oleśnica?

Oleśnica has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Oleśnica?

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

How are the schools in Oleśnica?

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

How healthy is Oleśnica?

The obesity rate in Oleśnica 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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