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Orzesze, Poland

Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Orzesze is a small city in Silesia, Poland with a population of 18,438. Elevation: 981 ft (299 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
18,438 Population 570/sq mi density
981 ft Elevation 299 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
36.0 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

Population18,438
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density570/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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation981 ft (299 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population18,438
Population Density570 / sq mi
Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Coordinates50.1560°, 18.7792°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceSilesia
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (914 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.2 inches (87 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Orzesze a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orzesze receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Orzesze 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

Orzesze experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 34.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Orzesze has a population of 18,438 with a density of 570 people per square mile, spread across 32.4 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

18,438
Total Population
570
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
32.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Orzesze vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Orzesze vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orzesze 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: Orzesze 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 Orzesze, 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: Orzesze 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

Orzesze experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. The area receives 34.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 981 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall34.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Area32.4 sq mi (83.8 km²)
Population Density570/sq mi
Coordinates50.1560°N, 18.7792°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in

Orzesze has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 31°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") 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 Density570/sq mi
Total Area32.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Orzesze

What is the population of Orzesze?

Orzesze has a population of 18,438 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 570 people per square mile, spread across 32.4 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 Orzesze expensive to live in?

Orzesze 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 Orzesze?

Orzesze has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 34.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Orzesze?

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

How are the schools in Orzesze?

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

How healthy is Orzesze?

The obesity rate in Orzesze 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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