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Suwałki, Poland

Podlasie · 🇵🇱 Poland

Suwałki is a mid-size city in Podlasie, Poland with a population of 69,222. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
69,222 Population 2,717/sq mi density
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
23.5 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

Population69,222
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density2,717/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 Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population69,222
Population Density2,717 / sq mi
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates54.1118°, 22.9309°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvincePodlasie
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (596 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Suwałki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suwałki 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. Suwałki 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

Suwałki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Suwałki has a population of 69,222 with a density of 2,717 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

69,222
Total Population
2,717
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
25.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Suwałki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Suwałki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suwałki 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: Suwałki 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 Suwałki, 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: Suwałki 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

Suwałki has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area25.5 sq mi (66.0 km²)
Population Density2,717/sq mi
Coordinates54.1118°N, 22.9309°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 Density2,717/sq mi
Total Area25.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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