Poland
Home of Pierogi and Chopin
Overview
Central Europe's rising economic star, with beautifully rebuilt medieval cities, a thriving tech sector, rich pierogi-and-vodka food culture, and a complex wartime history.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Central Europe
Land Area
312,679 km²
Capital
Warsaw
Languages
Polish
Currencies
Polish złoty (zł)
At a Glance
66
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
45
Freedom
84
Security
69
Life Expectancy
75.4 yrs
Median Age
41.3 yrs
Urbanization
60%
Cost Index
50
Housing Index
30
Healthcare Access
47/100
Climate
Average Temperature
8.9°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Kunice Żarskie 9.5°C
2 Jelcz Laskowice 9.3°C
3 Skarbimierz Osiedle 9.3°C
4 Trzcińsko Zdrój 9.3°C
5 Bojanowo Stare 9.3°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 50
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 30
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 27.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 22/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 12/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 158 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 124
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 3.83% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 138 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 12/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025