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Szklarska Poręba, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Szklarska Poręba is a small city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 6,970. Elevation: 2,123 ft (647 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,970 Population 241/sq mi density
2,123 ft Elevation 647 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
28.1 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

Population6,970
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density241/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 Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation2,123 ft (647 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population6,970
Population Density241 / sq mi
Elevation2,123 ft (647 m)
Coordinates50.8257°, 15.5227°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (713 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Szklarska Poręba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Szklarska Poręba 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. Szklarska Poręba 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

Szklarska Poręba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Szklarska Poręba has a population of 6,970 with a density of 241 people per square mile, spread across 29.0 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

6,970
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
29.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Szklarska Poręba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Szklarska Poręba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Szklarska Poręba 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: Szklarska Poręba 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 Szklarska Poręba, 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: Szklarska Poręba 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

Szklarska Poręba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 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 2,123 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation2,123 ft (647 m)
Area29.0 sq mi (75.0 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates50.8257°N, 15.5227°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
July 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
October 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
November 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Szklarska Poręba has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density241/sq mi
Total Area29.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Szklarska Poręba

What is the population of Szklarska Poręba?

Szklarska Poręba has a population of 6,970 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 241 people per square mile, spread across 29.0 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 Szklarska Poręba expensive to live in?

Szklarska Poręba 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 Szklarska Poręba?

Szklarska Poręba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Szklarska Poręba?

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

How are the schools in Szklarska Poręba?

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

How healthy is Szklarska Poręba?

The obesity rate in Szklarska Poręba 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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