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Poland

Republic of Poland

38.0 million
323,250 km2
German, Polish,
Polish złoty ≈ $0.2605
Christianity

Polish is one of the most difficult languages to learn. However, almost all Poles speak English well. Therefore, if you find yourself in Poland, you can easily solve any problem with a basic knowledge of a foreign language.

The country's capital was rebuilt almost from scratch after World War II. Despite this, the city looks very authentic.

Happiness level
71
Happiness level
71

In terms of happiness, Poland ranks 39 out of 136 countries in the World Happiness Report 2024. The indicator takes into account GDP per capita, life expectancy, sense of security, and public opinion survey results from residents of the countries.

Health index
17
Health index
17

Based on the Numbeo Health Index derived from user experience. In the 2024 ranking, Poland is in 78 place according to this indicator among 94 countries. The index evaluates the quality, cost, accessibility of medical services, and the level of staff qualifications.

The cleanest air
49
The cleanest air
49

Air cleanliness reflects the environmental situation in the region. This factor is crucial. Poland is ranked 64 among 125 countries based on the results of 2024.

Security of countries
81
Security of countries
81

The indicator is calculated based on the country safety rating from the Numbeo service. Poland ranks 28 out of 146 in terms of safety according to a survey of real travelers who visited the country in 2024.

Life expectancy 76.5 years
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Life expectancy
76

Poland ranks 74 out of 235 countries in the world for life expectancy. This is a crucial indicator that has been evaluated by the United Nations since 1980.

Level of human freedom
71
Level of human freedom
71

Poland ranks 49 out of 164 countries in the Human Freedom Index 2024 by the American Cato Institute and the Canadian Fraser Institute. The ranking evaluates personal, civil, and economic freedom in different countries based on 86 indicators.

The cost of living 42.1 USD
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The cost of living
50

The cost of living assessment in Poland, according to the Numbeo Index 2024, includes not only the cost of groceries, restaurants, and housing rent but also the purchasing power index. The indicator is conditional, as it is most often directly related to the income level of the population.

Unemployment rate 2.6 percent
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Unemployment rate
90

The unemployment rate and the assessment of Poland according to this indicator are based on data from the International Labour Organization from 2024. According to this indicator, the country ranks 20 out of 186 countries in the world.

Level of social progress
77
Level of social progress
77

The Social Progress Index assesses countries' achievements across 50 different indicators, and Poland ranks 39 out of 168 countries in this rating for the year 2024.

Quality of citizenship
77
Quality of citizenship
77

The Citizenship Quality Ranking considers freedom of movement, human development index, GDP indicators, and openness to residency. Poland ranks 26 out of 201 countries based on these criteria as of 2024.

Literacy rate
99
Literacy rate
99

Literacy rate directly influences the development of any country. Therefore, this indicator provides an understanding of the average level of education among citizens. Poland ranks 22 out of 178 in terms of literacy rate.

Internet speed 57.19 Mbps
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Internet speed
69

Internet speed indicates the level of technological development in the country, accessibility of information, and service quality. Poland ranks 48 in the list of countries based on this indicator.

Mobile data price 0.37 USD
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Mobile data price
89

The cost of mobile internet reflects its accessibility. When considering this indicator alongside internet speed, we can judge the quality of access to information. In 2024, Poland ranks 27 out of 236 in this regard.

English proficiency level
90
English proficiency level
90

An indicator that gives an understanding of how comfortable you will feel in a country if you are unfamiliar with the local language but proficient in English. According to this indicator, Poland ranks 13 in the world.

Poland (officially the Republic of Poland) is located in Central Europe. Its area is 312,696 square kilometers, making it the 69th largest country in the world. The capital is Warsaw. The currency is the Polish złoty, and the official language is Polish. Poland was founded in 966 AD, coinciding with the adoption of Christianity by Mieszko I.

It shares borders with Russia, Lithuania, Belarus, Ukraine, Slovakia, Czechia, and Germany. Its shores are washed by the Baltic Sea. Approximately 2/3 of its territory is occupied by the Polish Lowlands. To the north lie the Baltic Uplands, while to the south and southeast are the Lesser Poland and Lublin Uplands. The Carpathian and Sudeten Mountains run along the southern border. The highest point is Mount Rysy in the Tatra Mountains. Poland has a developed river system, with major rivers including the Vistula and Odra. There are numerous lakes in the north. About 28% of the territory is covered by forests. Unique national parks include the Białowieża, Babiogórski, and Tucholski forests.

Poland is a unitary state and a presidential-parliamentary republic. Its territory is divided into 16 voivodeships, which consist of powiats and gminas. Poland is a member of the Schengen Area, as well as the EU, UN, OSCE, Council of Europe, World Trade Organization, OECD, and Visegrád Group.

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