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Olsztyn, Poland

Warmia-Masuria · 🇵🇱 Poland

Olsztyn is a large city in Warmia-Masuria, Poland with a population of 169,793. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
169,793 Population 4,997/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
24.8 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

Population169,793
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density4,997/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population169,793
Population Density4,997 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates53.7838°, 20.4927°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceWarmia-Masuria
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (629 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Olsztyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olsztyn 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. Olsztyn 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

Olsztyn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Olsztyn has a population of 169,793 with a density of 4,997 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

169,793
Total Population
4,997
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
34.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Olsztyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Olsztyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olsztyn is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Olsztyn 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 Olsztyn, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 78.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Olsztyn 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

Olsztyn has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area34.0 sq mi (88.0 km²)
Population Density4,997/sq mi
Coordinates53.7838°N, 20.4927°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density4,997/sq mi
Total Area34.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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