Poraj, Poland

Silesia · Poland

Poraj is a small town in Silesia, Poland with a population of 4,418. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

4,418 Population 154/sq mi density

896 ft Elevation 273 meters

50°F Avg Temperature 10°C

35.5 in Annual Rain

Europe / Warsaw Timezone

$18,684 Median Income

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Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

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Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$18,684 median income

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People

Population4,418

Density154/mi²

Economy

C+

Median Income$18,684

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

Rain35.5 in/yr

Sunny Days215/yr

Elevation896 ft (273 m)

Population	4,418
Population Density	154 / sq mi
Elevation	896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates	50.6780°, 19.2151°
Timezone	Europe/Warsaw
Country	🇵🇱 Poland
State / Province	Silesia
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	35.5 inches (902 mm)
Annual Snowfall	35.1 inches (89 cm)
Median Household Income	$18,684

About Poraj

Poraj is a small town in Poland (Silesia) with a population of 4,418. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Warsaw.

The median household income in Poraj is $18,684, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 265 business establishments.

Income: Poraj vs Poland

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Income

Median HH Income	$18,684
	75% below Poland avg

Employment & Poverty



Establishments (County)	265

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Poraj

Poraj has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 648 mm.

Month	Avg °C / °F	Min / Max °C	Rain (mm)
Jan	0°C / 32°F	— / —	36.8
Feb	0°C / 32°F	— / —	35.5
Mar	0°C / 32°F	— / —	32.1
Apr	0°C / 32°F	— / —	43.4
May	0°C / 32°F	— / —	71.1
Jun	0°C / 32°F	— / —	81.6
Jul	0°C / 32°F	— / —	106.6
Aug	0°C / 32°F	— / —	74.1
Sep	0°C / 32°F	— / —	44.7
Oct	0°C / 32°F	— / —	40.8
Nov	0°C / 32°F	— / —	45.7
Dec	0°C / 32°F	— / —	35.4

Poraj experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 35.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	50.2°F
	7% below Poland avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	896 ft (273 m)
Area	28.7 sq mi (74.4 km²)
Population Density	154/sq mi
Coordinates	50.6780°N, 19.2151°W
Timezone	Europe/Warsaw

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"

7% below Poland avg

Snowfall 35.1"

Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

827 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 29, 2025.

Apr 17, 2001	3 km SE of Zelów, Poland	M4.8	85 km
Jun 13, 2002	1 km NNW of Rychvald, Czechia	M4.6	107 km
Dec 9, 1993	3 km E of Ruda ?l?ska, Poland	M4.4	52 km
Nov 28, 1992	4 km SSW of Be?chatów, Poland	M4.4	73 km
Apr 17, 2015	2 km ESE of Ruda ?l?ska, Poland	M4.3	53 km
Jan 24, 1991	9 km NE of P?awno, Poland	M4.3	45 km
Jan 13, 2020	2 km SSW of Orzesze, Poland	M4.2	68 km
Feb 7, 2022	4 km ESE of Katowice, Poland	M4.2	49 km
Oct 18, 1997	2 km ENE of Strumie?, Poland	M4.2	89 km
Nov 6, 1996	6 km SSE of Zelów, Poland	M4.2	82 km
Feb 9, 2007	4 km SW of Radzionków, Poland	M4.1	42 km
Jul 25, 1990	3 km NE of ?wierklaniec, Poland	M4.1	29 km
Mar 29, 1993	1 km WNW of ?wierklaniec, Poland	M4.1	33 km
Jan 6, 1990	2 km NNE of Rogo?nik, Poland	M4.0	32 km
Jun 10, 2000	4 km WSW of Wilcza, Poland	M4.0	73 km
Apr 20, 1995	2 km NE of Miasteczko ?l?skie, Poland	M4.0	25 km
Mar 7, 1997	2 km SSW of Paw?owice, Poland	M4.0	89 km
Jan 22, 2019	0 km W of Jejkowice, Poland	M3.9	83 km
Aug 24, 2000	1 km E of Doubrava, Czechia	M3.9	104 km
Mar 11, 2004	1 km WSW of Godów, Poland	M3.9	100 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	37°F (3°C)	1.3 in
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.0 in	Coldest, Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	1.2 in
April	46°F (8°C)	1.7 in
May	56°F (13°C)	2.6 in
June	61°F (16°C)	3.2 in
July	69°F (20°C)	3.3 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	64°F (18°C)	2.9 in
September	56°F (13°C)	2.2 in
October	47°F (9°C)	1.7 in
November	37°F (3°C)	1.5 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	1.5 in

Poraj has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 30°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Poraj

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Szkoła Podstawowa im. kpt Leonida Teligi	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Poraj

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Polskie Radio Katowice	polskieradio, public radio	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mbox - Disco Polo	disco, disco polo	MP3 320 kbps
Radio eM	catholic	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fest 100.2 FM	—	MP3 192 kbps
Melo Radio Śląsk (Katowice)	edm, pop	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Silesia	catholic	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Piekary 88.7FM	—	AAC
Radio Mbox - Club	club, house	MP3 320 kbps
Radio Silesia FM	regionalna muzyka	MP3 128 kbps
Antyradio Katowice	—	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mbox - Gold Hits	70s, 80s	MP3 320 kbps
Radio Mbox	pop	MP3 320 kbps
Radio Mbox - Polska Muzyka	polish, pop	MP3 320 kbps
RM24.fm (test emision)	—	AAC+ 192 kbps
Radio Paranormalium	—	MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ZAWIERCIE	pop	MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Poraj

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Dworek Zygmunta Krasińskiego
Galeria Dobrej Sztuki
Galeria Dobrej Sztuki
Muzeum 600-lecia Jasnej Góry
Muzeum 600-lecia Jasnej Góry
Muzeum Archidiecezji Częstochowskiej
Muzeum Archidiecezji Częstochowskiej
Muzeum Etnograficzne
Muzeum Etnograficzne
Muzeum Górnictwa Rud Żelaza
Muzeum Górnictwa Rud Żelaza
Muzeum Historii Kolei
Muzeum Historii Kolei
Muzeum IV LO w Częstochowie
Muzeum IV LO w Częstochowie
Muzeum Monet i Medali Jana Pawła II
Muzeum Monet i Medali Jana Pawła II
Muzeum Produkcji Zapałek
Muzeum Produkcji Zapałek
Muzeum Żydów Częstochowian
Muzeum Żydów Częstochowian
Pawilon Wystawowy Muzeum Częstochowskiego
Pawilon Wystawowy Muzeum Częstochowskiego
Ratusz
Ratusz
Rezerwat archeologiczny
Rezerwat archeologiczny
Stary Młyn
Stary Ratusz
Stary Ratusz

Libraries in Poraj

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Biblioteka Główna Politechniki Częstochowskiej		0.0
Biblioteka Gminna w Mstowie		0.0
Biblioteka muzyczna		0.0
Biblioteka muzyczna		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna Gminy Kłomnica, filia w Garnku		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 2		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 2		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 1		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 1		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 10		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 10		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 13		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 13		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 14		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 14		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 15		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 15		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 18		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 18		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 20		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 20		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 21		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 21		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 22		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 22		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 25		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 25		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 3		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 3		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego FIlia nr 4		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego FIlia nr 4		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 5		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 5		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 6		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 6		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 7		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 7		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 8		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 8		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 9		0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego Filia nr 9		0.0
Biblioteka w Hutkach		0.0
Bilbioteka Uniwersytecka		0.0
Główna Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego		0.0
Główna Biblioteka Publiczna im. dr Władysława Biegańskiego		0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna filia w Pacierzowie		0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Poraju (centrala)		0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Miejski Dom Kultury		0.0
Miejsko - Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna im. Leona Korusiewicza		0.0
Miejsko Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna im. Leona Korusiewicza / filia nr 2 w Żelisławicach		0.0
Miejsko-Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna		0.0
Muzoteka		0.0
Muzoteka		0.0
Oddział dla Dzieci i Młodzieży		0.0
Oddział dla Dzieci i Młodzieży		0.0
Pedagogiczna Biblioteka Wojewódzka im. Józefa Lompy w Katowicach Filia w Zawierciu		0.0

Farmers Markets in Poraj

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Market na Czerwonym
Plac Handlowy "Jacek"
Plac targowy
Plac targowy Siewierz
Rynek Prezydenta RP Gabriela Narutowicza
Targowisko
Targowisko
Targowisko "Ryneczek"
Targowisko "Wały Dwernickiego"
Targowisko gminne w Koziegłowach
Targowisko Miejskie
Targowisko Mierzęcice

Hotels in Poraj

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jaś i Małgosia

Leśna Radość

Restaurants in Poraj

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oliwa do Pizzy

Pizzeria Soprano

Cinemas in Poraj

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kino Bajka

Veterinaries in Poraj

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Weterynarz

Gas Stations in Poraj

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Orlen

Banks in Poraj

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank Spółdzielczy (filia)

Breweries in Poraj

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Browar Jana
Browar na Jurze
Browar Wąsosz
Browar Wąsosz
Moon Lark
Piekarnia Piwa

Stadiums & Teams in Poraj

Team	League	Division






Arena zielona-energia.com
City athletics stadium
Orkan
Stadion Raków

Ski Resorts Near Poraj

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Górka Środulska	—	—	$0	—	—	—
Sport Dolina	—	—	$0	—	—	—
Smoleń Ski	—	—	$0	—	—	—
CISOWA - stacja narciarska	—	—	$0	—	—	—
Góra Kamieńsk	—	—	$0	—	—	—

Airports Near Poraj

22 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport	KTW	Large Airport
Kraków John Paul II International Airport	KRK	Large Airport
Bełchatów Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Bielsko-Biała Kaniów Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bojszowy Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Boronów	—	Small Airport
Częstochowa-Rudniki Airport	—	Small Airport
Gliwice-Trynek Airfield	—	Small Airport
Goczałkowice	—	Small Airport
Kamieńsk-Orla Góra Airfield	—	Small Airport
Katowice-Muchowiec Airfield	—	Small Airport
Konopiska Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Konopnica Airfield	—	Small Airport
Natolin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Niegowoniczki Airfield	—	Small Airport
Ostrowy (Łobodno) Highway Strip	—	Small Airport
Piotrków Trybunalski-Bujny Airfield	—	Small Airport
Poręba Airfield	—	Small Airport
Rybnik-Gotartowice Glider Field	—	Small Airport
Szczodrkowice Private Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Wieluń-Olewin Airfield	—	Small Airport
Zator	—	Small Airport

Post Offices in Poraj

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Poczta

Treatment Centers in Poraj

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Avamed
EgoMedica
Medicom Bis Sp.j. - przychodnia lekarska
MONAR

Churches & Religious Organizations in Poraj

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Kościół Najświętszego Serca Pana Jezusa
Kościół św. Tomasza Apostoła

Quick Facts

Timezone

Europe/Warsaw

🇵🇱 About Poland

Capital	Warsaw
Population	37,978,548
Area	312,685 km²
GDP (USD)	$812,451,193,396
GDP per capita	$22,145
HDI	0.881
Life expectancy	78.5 years
Internet users	86.4%
Urban population	59.9%
Currency	PLN (Zloty)
Languages	Polish
Calling code	+48
TLD	.pl
Driving side	right

Public Holidays in Poland

14 public holidays this year

Date	Holiday	Local Name
Jan 1	New Year's Day	Nowy Rok
Jan 6	Epiphany	Święto Trzech Króli
Apr 5	Easter Sunday	Wielkanoc
Apr 6	Easter Monday	Drugi Dzień Wielkanocy
May 1	May Day	Święto Pracy
May 3	Constitution Day	Święto Narodowe Trzeciego Maja
May 24	Pentecost	Zielone Świątki
Jun 4	Corpus Christi	Boże Ciało
Aug 15	Assumption Day	Wniebowzięcie Najświętszej Maryi Panny
Nov 1	All Saints' Day	Wszystkich Świętych
Nov 11	Independence Day	Narodowe Święto Niepodległości
Dec 24	Christmas Eve	Wolna Wigilia
Dec 25	Christmas Day	Boże Narodzenie
Dec 26	St. Stephen's Day	Drugi Dzień Bożego Narodzenia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poraj

What is the population of Poraj?

Poraj has a population of 4,418 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 154 people per square mile, spread across 28.7 square miles.

Is Poraj expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Poraj?

Poraj has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 35.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Poraj?

There are 265 business establishments in the area.

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