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Zgorzelec, Poland

Lower Silesia · 🇵🇱 Poland

Zgorzelec is a mid-size city in Lower Silesia, Poland with a population of 33,247. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
33,247 Population 5,424/sq mi density
709 ft Elevation 216 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.0 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

Population33,247
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density5,424/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)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.4%
Population33,247
Population Density5,424 / sq mi
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Coordinates51.1494°, 15.0084°
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw
Country🇵🇱 Poland
State / ProvinceLower Silesia
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation37.0 inches (940 mm)
Annual Snowfall30.9 inches (79 cm)
Median Age42.4 years

Is Zgorzelec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zgorzelec 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. Zgorzelec 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

Zgorzelec experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 24.

Zgorzelec has a population of 33,247 with a density of 5,424 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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

33,247
Total Population
5,424
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Zgorzelec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Zgorzelec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zgorzelec 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: Zgorzelec 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 Zgorzelec, 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: Zgorzelec 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

Zgorzelec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 30.9 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 709 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median24.0
RatingGood
Good Days %90.2%

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density5,424/sq mi
Coordinates51.1494°N, 15.0084°W
TimezoneEurope/Warsaw

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
November 38°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.0 in

Zgorzelec has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 32°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") 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

Population Density5,424/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Zgorzelec

What is the population of Zgorzelec?

Zgorzelec has a population of 33,247 residents and is located in Poland. The population density is 5,424 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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 Zgorzelec expensive to live in?

Zgorzelec 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 Zgorzelec?

Zgorzelec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 24.

How is the job market in Zgorzelec?

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

How are the schools in Zgorzelec?

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

How healthy is Zgorzelec?

The obesity rate in Zgorzelec 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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