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Wieliczka, Poland

Lesser Poland · 🇵🇱 Poland

Wieliczka is a small city in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 18,677. Elevation: 856 ft (261 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
18,677 Population 3,606/sq mi density
856 ft Elevation 261 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.4 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

Population18,677
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,606/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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation856 ft (261 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population18,677
Population Density3,606 / sq mi
Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Coordinates49.9874°, 20.0647°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation40.4 inches (1,026 mm)
Annual Snowfall39.6 inches (101 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Wieliczka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wieliczka 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. Wieliczka 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

Wieliczka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Wieliczka has a population of 18,677 with a density of 3,606 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 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

18,677
Total Population
3,606
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wieliczka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wieliczka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wieliczka 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: Wieliczka 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 Wieliczka, 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: Wieliczka 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

Wieliczka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. The area receives 39.6 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 856 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation856 ft (261 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density3,606/sq mi
Coordinates49.9874°N, 20.0647°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.4 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.7 in

Wieliczka has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 31°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") 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 Density3,606/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wieliczka

What is the population of Wieliczka?

Wieliczka has a population of 18,677 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 3,606 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 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 Wieliczka expensive to live in?

Wieliczka 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 Wieliczka?

Wieliczka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Wieliczka?

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

How are the schools in Wieliczka?

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

How healthy is Wieliczka?

The obesity rate in Wieliczka 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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