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Zator, Poland

Lesser Poland · Poland

Zator is a small town in Lesser Poland, Poland with a population of 4,779. Elevation: 794 ft (242 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,779 Population 1,074/sq mi density
794 ft Elevation 242 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
38.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Warsaw Timezone
$26,028 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$26,028 median income

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About Zator

Zator

Zator is an old town on the Skawa river within Oświęcim County, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in southern Poland. The town is the administrative seat of the Gmina Zator. According to data from December 31, 2008, Zator was inhabited by 4,779 people.

People

Population4,779
Density1,074/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,028

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Population4,779
Population Density1,074 / sq mi
Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Coordinates49.9960°, 19.4380°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLesser Poland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation38.0 inches (964 mm)
Annual Snowfall38.7 inches (98 cm)
Median Household Income$26,028

About Zator

Zator is a small town in Poland (Lesser Poland) with a population of 4,779. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet (242 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Warsaw.

The median household income in Zator is $26,028, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 287 business establishments.

Income: Zator vs Poland

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Income

Median HH Income$26,028
65% below Poland avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)287

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Zator

Zator has an average annual temperature of 9.1°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 680 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.6°C / 29°F -4.8° / 1.5° 37.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F -3.7° / 3.7° 30.5
Mar 3.8°C / 39°F -0.9° / 8.4° 38.3
Apr 9.4°C / 49°F 3.7° / 15.1° 47.3
May 14.2°C / 58°F 8.5° / 19.9° 79.4
Jun 17.7°C / 64°F 12.2° / 23.2° 77.2
Jul 19.6°C / 67°F 13.8° / 25.3° 100.1
Aug 19.2°C / 67°F 13.4° / 25° 75.2
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 9.1° / 19.4° 66.6
Oct 9.3°C / 49°F 4.6° / 14° 50.9
Nov 4.1°C / 39°F 0.6° / 7.6° 41.3
Dec -0.4°C / 31°F -3.5° / 2.7° 34.8
Zator experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. The area receives 38.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Poland avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density1,074/sq mi
Coordinates49.9960°N, 19.4380°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"
0% below Poland avg
Snowfall 38.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

823 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Apr 29, 2025.

Jun 13, 2002 1 km NNW of Rychvald, Czechia M4.6 77 km
Dec 9, 1993 3 km E of Ruda ?l?ska, Poland M4.4 48 km
Nov 28, 1992 4 km SSW of Be?chatów, Poland M4.4 149 km
Apr 17, 2015 2 km ESE of Ruda ?l?ska, Poland M4.3 48 km
Jan 24, 1991 9 km NE of P?awno, Poland M4.3 115 km
Oct 18, 1997 2 km ENE of Strumie?, Poland M4.2 47 km
Jan 13, 2020 2 km SSW of Orzesze, Poland M4.2 50 km
Feb 7, 2022 4 km ESE of Katowice, Poland M4.2 38 km
Jul 25, 1990 3 km NE of ?wierklaniec, Poland M4.1 62 km
Feb 9, 2007 4 km SW of Radzionków, Poland M4.1 59 km
Mar 29, 1993 1 km WNW of ?wierklaniec, Poland M4.1 62 km
Jun 28, 1992 6 km SSE of Szczawnica, Poland M4.0 104 km
Apr 20, 1995 2 km NE of Miasteczko ?l?skie, Poland M4.0 67 km
Jun 10, 2000 4 km WSW of Wilcza, Poland M4.0 67 km
Jan 6, 1990 2 km NNE of Rogo?nik, Poland M4.0 54 km
Mar 1, 1993 2 km S of Gorlice, Poland M4.0 130 km
Mar 7, 1997 2 km SSW of Paw?owice, Poland M4.0 53 km
Jan 22, 2019 0 km W of Jejkowice, Poland M3.9 71 km
Apr 13, 1994 0 km E of Nak?o, Poland M3.9 62 km
Aug 24, 2000 1 km E of Doubrava, Czechia M3.9 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.7 in

Zator has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 31°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Zator

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wielozawodowy Zespół Szkół im. rotmistrza Witolda Pileckiego w Zatorze - - - -
Zespół Szkolno - Przedszkolny im. Tadeusza Kościuszki w Podolszu - - - -
Szkoła Podstawowa - - - -
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Radio Stations near Zator

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
TokFM - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Eska Kraków pop dance MP3 128 kbps
Polskie Radio Katowice polskieradio, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mbox - Disco Polo disco, disco polo MP3 320 kbps
RMF FM 128 Kbps hits MP3 128 kbps
Radio eM catholic MP3 128 kbps
Melo Radio Śląsk (Katowice) edm, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fest 100.2 FM - MP3 192 kbps
Radio Piekary 88.7FM - AAC
Radio Mbox - Club club, house MP3 320 kbps
Radio ESKA G100 dance, pop UNKNOWN
Radio ESKA Rop 20 pop UNKNOWN
Radio Mbox - Polska Muzyka polish, pop MP3 320 kbps
Radio Mbox pop MP3 320 kbps
Radio Mbox - Gold Hits 70s, 80s MP3 320 kbps
Antyradio Katowice - MP3 128 kbps
RadioBEST.pl country AAC
RMF Classic - MP3 128 kbps
RMF 4 DANCE & RNB dance, r&b MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bielsko dance, local news MP3
RMF Gamemusic gamemusic, games MP3 128 kbps
Radio Paranormalium - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Odzew indie MP3 320 kbps
RaveFM rave, techno AAC
Radio Eska 2 Kraków dance, pop UNKNOWN
Radio ESKA Do Pracy dance, pop UNKNOWN
RADIO ZAWIERCIE pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Zator

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum
Centrum Obsługi Odwiedzających Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Dom Urbańczyka
Dwór w Stryszowie
Ekomuzeum Alwernia
Ekomuzeum Garncarstwa im. Jana Głuszka
Galeria Kamienny kwiatek
German Nazi Concentration Camp Auschwitz (Auschwitz I)
Izba Regionalna
Izba Regionalna Doliny Karpia
Izba Regionalna w Kamieniu
Jewish Center
Małopolskie Muzeum Pożarnictwa
Małopolskie Muzeum Pożarnictwa w Alwerni
Muzeum agatów w Rudnie
Muzeum Dom Rodzinny Ojca Świętego Jana Pawła II
Muzeum Emila Zegadłowicza
Muzeum im. Aleksandra Kłosińskiego
Muzeum imienia Ireny i Mieczysława Mazarakich w Chrzanowie
Muzeum Karmelitańskie w Czernej
Muzeum Miasta Jaworzna
Muzeum Miejskie
Muzeum Miejskie Suchej Beskidzkiej
Muzeum Pamięci Mieszkańców Ziemi Oświęcimskiej
Muzeum Pszczelarstwa Apilandia
Muzeum Regionalne w Trzebini
Muzeum Techniki Wojskowej
Muzeum Techniki Wojskowej
Muzeum Ziemi Krzeszowickiej
Muzeum Życia Codziennego
Ratusz
Sala Tradycji Grupy Operacyjnej "Kęty"
Stacja Czernichów Główny
Stacja Czernichów Główny
Stowarzyszenie Miłośników Ziemi Trzebińskiej Cor w Trzebini
Zamek Lipowiec
Zamek w Oswięcimiu

Libraries in Zator

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteka Filia nr 40.0
Biblioteka Filia w Jeleniu0.0
Biblioteka filia w Nawojowej Górze0.0
Biblioteka Pedagogiczna0.0
Biblioteka Pedagogiczna0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Biblioteka publiczna0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna Filia 30.0
Biblioteka Publiczna Filia nr.30.0
Biblioteka Publiczna im. Stanisława Wyspiańskiego0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna w Chełmku0.0
Biblioteka Publiczna w Okleśnej - Filia MGBP w Alwerni0.0
Biblioteka ROD "Brodła"0.0
Biblioteka szkolna0.0
Filia Jeziorki0.0
Filia nr. 1 w Trzebini0.0
Gminna Biblioteka0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna – filia w Międzybrodziu Żywieckim0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna Filia0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Osieku0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Porąbce Filia w Kobiernicach0.0
Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Spytkowicach0.0
Klub Literacki-"Pod Muzami"0.0
MBP Filia nr 100.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna Filia Bory0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna im. Łukasza Górnickiego0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Chrzanowie0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Chrzanowie Filia w Balinie0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Chrzanowie, Filia w Luszowicach0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Chrzanowie, Filia w Płazie0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Chrzanowie. Filia w Pogorzycach0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Trzebini0.0
Miejska Biblioteka Publiczna w Trzebini - Filia nr 5 w Psarach0.0
Miejsko Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna im. K. Wyki w Krzeszowicach - Filia w Nowej Górze0.0
Miejsko Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna im.Janiny Rogalskiej0.0
Miejsko Gminna Biblioteka Publiczna w Krzeszowicach0.0
Punkt Biblioteczny0.0
Wadowicka Biblioteka Publiczna0.0

Farmers Markets in Zator

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gminny Plac Targowy
Mały Rynek
plac targowy
Plac targowy
Plac targowy
Plac targowy
Plac targowy
Plac Targowy
Targowisko
Targowisko "Kocia"
Targowisko "Mój rynek"
Yilaiwang

Hotels in Zator

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apartament Asia
Apartament KoraZone
Aquila Hotel
Zator Home

Restaurants in Zator

16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Da Grasso
Energuś
Gospoda u Retmana
Gospoda u Retmana
Małe co nieco
Myśliwska
Orient Express
Pan Naleśnik
Pod Lipami
Pub Torino
Revel
Royal
SCANDI
Scandinavia
Tawerna Zator - smażalnia ryb
Widokowa

Cafes in Zator

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vienna Cafe

Cinemas in Zator

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pyramid Cinema 7D

Theatres in Zator

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amfiteatr Colosseo
Amfiteatr Egypt

Monuments in Zator

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kopiec "Grunwald"

Castles in Zator

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Zamek w Zatorze

Theme Parks in Zator

2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Energylandia
Zatorland

Dentists in Zator

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gabinet Stomatologiczny Anna Wojtowicz
PL #4729300201
Stomatologia

Gas Stations in Zator

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Moya
Orlen
Tanie Tankowanie

Banks in Zator

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Spółdzielczy
PKO BP

Breweries in Zator

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brokreacja
Browar Tenczynek

Stadiums & Teams in Zator

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Zator

54 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
COS Szczyrk 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kubalonka 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wyciągi Wojtek 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wyciągi Baca 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mosorny Groń 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja Narciarska Cieńków 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ośrodek Narciarski Klepki - Wisła Malinka 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ośrodek Narciarski Nowa Osada 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Soszów – Jawornik (Wisła) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja Narciarska Skolnity 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kompleks Narciarski Biały Krzyż 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Szczyrk Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja Narciarska Świniorka 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kolej linowa "Czantoria" 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ośrodek narciarski „Za Groniem” 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kompleks Skoczni narciarskich SKALITE w Szczyrku 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Beskid Sport Arena 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Beskid Sport Arena 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kompleks skoczni narciarskich LKS Klimczok (HS-31, HS-19) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja Narciarska Czarny Groń 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sport Arena Myślenice 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Szklana Góra Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Górka Środulska 0.0 - - $0 - - -
SławicSki Raj 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sport Dolina 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Smoleń Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
CISOWA - stacja narciarska 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kotelnica Białczańska Ski Station 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski centrum Nižná - Uhliská 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skipark Meander Oravice 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja narciarska Małe Ciche 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Harenda 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja narciarska Suche 0.0 - - $0 - - -
UBOC 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski Vitanová 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rusiń-Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kaniówka Ski Station 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stacja narciarska Horników wierch 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Koziniec SKI 0.0 - - $0 - - -
SKI Krušetnica 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kotelnica Białczańska Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Polana Szymoszkowa 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Orava Snow 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grapa SKI Czarna Góra 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bania Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Veľká Rača 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Športcentrum Oščadnica 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tatrapoma F Ťaskovka 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski Park Rajcza 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Zwardoń Ski 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ski centrum Grúniky 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kompleks Pilsko-Jontek 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cypisek 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Andiamo 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Zator

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International AirportKTWLarge Airport
Kraków John Paul II International AirportKRKLarge Airport
Bielsko-Biała Aleksandrowice Airfield-Small Airport
Bielsko-Biała Kaniów Airfield-Small Airport
Bojszowy Airstrip-Small Airport
Boronów-Small Airport
Goczałkowice-Small Airport
Katowice-Muchowiec Airfield-Small Airport
Konopiska Airstrip-Small Airport
Lipowa Airfield-Small Airport
Niegowoniczki Airfield-Small Airport
Nowy Targ Airfield-Small Airport
Poręba Airfield-Small Airport
Szczodrkowice Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Vavrečka Airfield-Small Airport
Żar Airfield-Small Airport
Zator-Small Airport

Post Offices in Zator

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Urząd Pocztowy

Treatment Centers in Zator

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BODY-RELAX
Fundacja im.Brata Alberta
Ośrodek Rehabilitacyjno - Edukacyjno - Wychowawczy w Tarnawie Górnej
Zakład Lecznictwa Ambulatoryjnego w Chrzanowie – Dział Fizjoterapii

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zator

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kaplica cmentarna
Kaplica Matki Boskiej Częstochowskiej
Kościół pw. Świętego Jakuba Młodszego
Kościół pw. Świętych Wojciecha i Jerzego w Zatorze

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Warsaw

🇵🇱 About Poland

Capital Warsaw
Population 37,978,548
Area 312,685 km²
GDP (USD) $812,451,193,396
GDP per capita $22,145
HDI 0.881
Life expectancy 78.5 years
Internet users 86.4%
Urban population 59.9%
Currency PLN (Zloty)
Languages Polish
Calling code +48
TLD .pl
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Poland

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nowy Rok
Jan 6 Epiphany Święto Trzech Króli
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Wielkanoc
Apr 6 Easter Monday Drugi Dzień Wielkanocy
May 1 May Day Święto Pracy
May 3 Constitution Day Święto Narodowe Trzeciego Maja
May 24 Pentecost Zielone Świątki
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Boże Ciało
Aug 15 Assumption Day Wniebowzięcie Najświętszej Maryi Panny
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Wszystkich Świętych
Nov 11 Independence Day Narodowe Święto Niepodległości
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Wolna Wigilia
Dec 25 Christmas Day Boże Narodzenie
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Drugi Dzień Bożego Narodzenia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zator

What is the population of Zator?

Zator has a population of 4,779 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 1,074 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles.

Is Zator expensive to live in?

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

What is the weather like in Zator?

Zator 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 69°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches, with 38.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Zator?

There are 287 business establishments in the area.

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