Krakow
Poland, Europe
0.8M people
Europe/Warsaw
Polish
City break
History & Culture
Krakow
Krakow is Poland's second-largest city, a historic hub with a rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and vibrant atmosphere.
Budget Travel
Nightlife
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
80
Medical
Excellent
18°
L: 8°
Best time to visitMay
Annual rainfall
600mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
50
Rent Index
Moderate
55
Groceries
Moderate
50
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$500
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
75
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
75
Excellent
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Good
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
60
Good
Average60
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 60/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
85/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$2K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
50
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
40
Low Cost
Average40
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
50
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
78
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent92
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
80
Health Index
LIFESPAN
78
Years
HOSPITALS
50
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$20
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
70
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
80
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
70
Good
Good70
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$20
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$1
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
80
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
Jagiellonian University
Higher education institution
AGH University of Science and Technology
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
90
Excellent90
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
85
Excellent85
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
80
Excellent80
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
60
Average60
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
50
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure75/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance80/100
Avg Salary
$1,500
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$25/month
Visa Info
Depends on nationality; Schengen visa usually required for non-EU citizens.
Business Freedom75/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency60/100
Cultural Diversity60/100
Official Languages
Polish
Tipping Culture
Optional, 5-10%
Weekend Culture
Vibrant, with many events and activities.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Warsaw
Languages
Polish
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Optional, 5-10%
Weekend Culture
Vibrant, with many events and activities.
Best Time to Visit
May
June
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Depends on nationality; Schengen visa usually required for non-EU citizens.
Key Statistics
0.8M
Population
60
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.5K
1BR Rent
70
Transport
$2K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
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☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
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🎟️ Monthly Pass
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🚕 Taxi (8km)
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⛽ Gas (1L)
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🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
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🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
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🔌 Utilities (1 person)
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🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
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🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
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🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
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🍚 Rice (1kg)
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🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
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🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
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💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
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🎫 Cinema Ticket
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👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
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💇 Haircut
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👖 Jeans
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👟 Sneakers
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👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Jagiellonian University
Nearby location
AGH University of Science and Technology
Nearby location
Airports
John Paul II International Airport Kraków–Balice (KRK)
Nearby location
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