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Szczecin, Poland

West Pomerania · 🇵🇱 Poland

Szczecin is a large city in West Pomerania, Poland with a population of 395,513. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
395,513 Population 3,403/sq mi density
489 ft Elevation 149 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
21.1 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

Population395,513
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,403/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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population395,513
Population Density3,403 / sq mi
Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Coordinates53.4289°, 14.5530°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceWest Pomerania
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (537 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.4 inches (11 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Szczecin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Szczecin 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. Szczecin 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

Szczecin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Szczecin has a population of 395,513 with a density of 3,403 people per square mile, spread across 116.2 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

395,513
Total Population
3,403
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
116.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Szczecin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Szczecin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Szczecin 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: Szczecin 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 Szczecin, 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: Szczecin 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

Szczecin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 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 489 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area116.2 sq mi (301.0 km²)
Population Density3,403/sq mi
Coordinates53.4289°N, 14.5530°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 38°F (4°C) 1.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 56°F (14°C) 1.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.8 in

Szczecin has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 31°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Density3,403/sq mi
Total Area116.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Szczecin

What is the population of Szczecin?

Szczecin has a population of 395,513 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 3,403 people per square mile, spread across 116.2 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 Szczecin expensive to live in?

Szczecin 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 Szczecin?

Szczecin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Szczecin?

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

How are the schools in Szczecin?

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

How healthy is Szczecin?

The obesity rate in Szczecin 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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