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Wierzchowisko, Poland

Lesser Poland · 🇵🇱 Poland

Wierzchowisko is a small town in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 777. Elevation: 1,204 ft (367 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
777 Population
1,204 ft Elevation 367 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Warsaw Timezone
$26,028 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$26,028 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,028
65% lower than US avg
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

Population777
Median Age42.4 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,028
Per Capita$22,145
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity27.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.6%
Depression20.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI24 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population777
Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)
Coordinates50.3751°, 19.8152°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (717 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.6 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$26,028
Median Age42.4 years

Is Wierzchowisko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wierzchowisko receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wierzchowisko offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wierzchowisko is $26,028, 65% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Wierzchowisko experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Wierzchowisko has a population of 777. 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

777
Total Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wierzchowisko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wierzchowisko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wierzchowisko is $26,028, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Wierzchowisko vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,028
65% below US avg
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 Wierzchowisko, 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: Wierzchowisko 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

Wierzchowisko experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.6 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 1,204 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)
Coordinates50.3751°N, 19.8152°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in

Wierzchowisko has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wierzchowisko

What is the population of Wierzchowisko?

Wierzchowisko has a population of 777 residents and is located in Poland.. 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 Wierzchowisko expensive to live in?

Wierzchowisko is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 49 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $26,028, 65% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Wierzchowisko?

Wierzchowisko has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Wierzchowisko?

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

How are the schools in Wierzchowisko?

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

How healthy is Wierzchowisko?

The obesity rate in Wierzchowisko 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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