Composite profile
Overall score
72/100
Use the Łódź profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and country-level intelligence alongside Warsaw, Kraków, and other Polish cities.
Overall72/100
Affordability80/100
Air quality68/100
Energy68/100
Poland / Central Europe
Łódź, Poland City Intelligence
Łódź is a central Polish metro with a creative-industries, services, and logistics mix, useful for cross-region Polish relocation comparison. Łódź is a central europe city of about ~1.1M metro in Poland. On the composite city-intelligence score, Łódź sits around the indexed median (72/100).
- Last updated
- 2026-05-16
- Data year
- 2025
- Population
- ~1.1M metro
Image credit: Image: Sebastian Glapinski platinstudio / Wikimedia Commons, CC0
Overall city intelligence
Good72/100
Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.
Data confidence
Directional
Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.
Verified utility layers
See country hub
Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.
Łódź data table
The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72/100 | Composite score across major city intelligence modules. |
| Cost of Living | 80/100 | Łódź's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies. |
| Air Quality | 68/100 | Łódź's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated. |
| Energy | 68/100 | Łódź's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context. |
| Safety | 71/100 | Łódź's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available. |
| Internet Speed | 70/100 | Łódź's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references. |
| Climate Risk | 70/100 | Łódź's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity. |
| Resilience | 70/100 | Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context. |
Safety
Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.
Safety
Overall safety70/100
Low crime72/100
Personal safety71/100
Night safety64/100
Road safety69/100
Łódź is estimated to be a generally safe city (70/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.
Quality of Life
A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.
Quality of Life
Quality of life70/100
Healthcare75/100
Education79/100
Green space51/100
Cleanliness74/100
Infrastructure80/100
Mobility67/100
Łódź has a high quality-of-life estimate (70/100), with notable strengths in healthcare and infrastructure.
Family Friendliness
How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.
Family Friendliness
Family friendliness71/100
Education79/100
Green space51/100
Overall safety70/100
Łódź scores high for family living (71/100), helped by education access and healthcare.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Digital nomad suitability75/100
Walkability83/100
Cycling66/100
Infrastructure80/100
Łódź is high for remote workers (75/100), based on connectivity, affordability and walkability and day-to-day amenities.
Retirement Suitability
Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.
Retirement Suitability
Retirement suitability71/100
Healthcare75/100
Cleanliness74/100
Outdoor lifestyle28/100
Łódź is high for retirement (71/100), appealing for healthcare access, affordability and a clean environment.
Emergency and public safety in Łódź
Local public safety guidance for Łódź, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| European emergency | 11224/7 | 112 reaches police, fire, and ambulance dispatch across the European Union from any phone, free of charge. |
For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Łódź, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the Poland emergency profile.
Public safety sources
Each emergency contact above is attributed to an official emergency service or government publisher. Confirm current numbers directly with these sources.
- European Commission: 112 — The European emergency number
Used as the primary attribution for the EU-wide 112 universal emergency number on European country profiles.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.
Healthcare and hospitals in Łódź
Healthcare context for Łódź, with national-level information from Poland where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.
For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Łódź, see the Poland healthcare profile, which currently lists no verified national healthcare information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.
Transport and mobility in Łódź
Local mobility context for Łódź, with national-level context from Poland where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.
For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Łódź, see the Poland transport profile, which currently lists no verified national transport information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.
Air quality dataset
Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Łódź. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.
Air quality dataset for Łódź
Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025
Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location
Source-attributed values for Łódź will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.
| Metric | Value | Data year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location. | ||
Data provenance
Source attributionGlobal City Intelligence — air-quality dataset
Verified data unavailable- Publisher
- Global City Intelligence
- Last verified
- 2026-05-16
The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).
Methodology and context
Numeric measurements appear in this section only after they are sourced from accepted official publishers. The dataset is independently validated at build time; malformed records cannot ship to production.
- Scoring methodology — how indicators across the platform are constructed.
- Data sources registry — the official sources cited by verified datasets.
- Open the Łódź air-quality module
- Browse the clean-air city collection
Quick answers
Quick, evidence-based answers about Łódź drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.
Quick answers about Łódź
Is Łódź worth visiting?
Yes — strong quality of life (70/100), with nearby nature such as Łódź Hills Landscape Park, Nature reserve Polesie Konstantynowskie.
Is Łódź good for families?
Strong (71/100) on safety, schools and green space.
Is Łódź affordable?
More affordable than average; about PLN 3,750/month for one person (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Łódź?
Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.
What are Łódź's main industries?
Mainly manufacturing, tourism, education.
What is the climate in Łódź?
A humid continental climate, averaging about 7.1°C.
Does Łódź have universities?
Higher education is strong (66/100).
What is healthcare like in Łódź?
Healthcare access is strong (66/100).
Is Łódź good for retirement?
Retirement suitability is strong (68/100).
What nature is near Łódź?
Within ~170 km: Łódź Hills Landscape Park, Nature reserve Polesie Konstantynowskie.
Related comparisons
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Explore Łódź modules
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Cost of Living in Łódź
Łódź's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality in Łódź
Łódź's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy in Łódź
Łódź's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety in Łódź
Łódź's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed in Łódź
Łódź's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk in Łódź
Łódź's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
City rankings
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Cost of living in Łódź
Cost of living estimates for Łódź — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.
Climate in Łódź
Climate profile for Łódź — Humid Continental climate, annual average 7.1°C, comfort score 66/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.
Economy and jobs in Łódź
Economy and jobs profile for Łódź — industrial city, economy score 67/100, key industries including manufacturing, tourism, education. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.
Universities and education in Łódź
Education profile for Łódź — student city, education score 64/100, 6 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.
Healthcare and retirement in Łódź
Healthcare and retirement profile for Łódź — healthcare access city, healthcare score 66/100, retirement score 68/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.
Visual guide to Łódź
Source-attributed visual context for Łódź using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.
Weekend trip planning guide for Łódź
Weekend trip planning checklist for Łódź — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.
Nearby weekend places from Łódź
Source-backed nearby place records for local-first weekend planning, with verification status, official source links, Wikidata identity, and visual context.
Estimate a monthly budget for Łódź
Estimate a monthly budget for Łódź using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.
Plan a trip budget for Łódź
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Nearby cities from Łódź
Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Łódź. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.
Płock, Poland
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Częstochowa, Poland
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Warsaw, Poland
Same region · about 118 km from Łódź. Explore Warsaw's city intelligence profile.
Radom, Poland
Same region · about 122 km from Łódź. Explore Radom's city intelligence profile.
Kielce, Poland
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Toruń, Poland
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Łódź FAQ
Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Łódź, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.
Frequently asked questions about Łódź
Is Łódź worth visiting?
Łódź has a high quality-of-life estimate (70/100), with notable strengths in healthcare and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as Łódź Hills Landscape Park, Nature reserve Polesie Konstantynowskie and Las Ruda-Popioły within weekend range.
What is it like to live in Łódź?
Łódź has a high quality-of-life estimate (70/100), with notable strengths in healthcare and infrastructure. It indexes 70/100 for overall quality of life.
How much does it cost to live in Łódź?
A single resident of Łódź spends roughly PLN 3,750 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near PLN 1,990. Overall the city is more affordable than average for Poland. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.
What should I know about moving to Łódź?
Plan for below-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Łódź is high for remote workers (75/100), based on connectivity, affordability and walkability and day-to-day amenities.
What is the job market like in Łódź?
Łódź's labour market is moderate, with opportunities concentrated in manufacturing, technology and tourism and hospitality. Łódź has a manufacturing-oriented economy with strengths in manufacturing, tourism and education.
Is Łódź good for digital nomads and remote work?
Łódź offers solid infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 70/100.
What are the education options in Łódź?
Łódź is a student-oriented city with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Engineering, Computer Science and Social Sciences.
Is Łódź a good place to study?
Łódź offers a strong student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, relatively affordable living and strong quality of life.
What is healthcare like in Łódź?
Łódź has solid baseline healthcare access, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 66/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.
Is Łódź a good place to retire?
Łódź offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 68/100. Residents benefit from walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.
What is the climate like in Łódź?
Łódź has a humid continental climate, averaging about 7.1°C annually with roughly 600 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jan.
Is Łódź a safe place to live?
Łódź is estimated to be a generally safe city (70/100 in our safety index), with solid personal-safety indicators.
How easy is it to get around Łódź?
Łódź indexes a walkability score of 83 and a cycling score of 66 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.
What nature and outdoor places are near Łódź?
Nature destinations within about 170 km of Łódź include Łódź Hills Landscape Park, Nature reserve Polesie Konstantynowskie and Las Ruda-Popioły. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.
Is Łódź good for families?
Łódź scores high for family living (71/100), helped by education access and healthcare.
What outdoor activities are there around Łódź?
Łódź rates 28/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 51/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Łódź Hills Landscape Park, Nature reserve Polesie Konstantynowskie and Las Ruda-Popioły supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.
Interpretation
Use the Łódź profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and country-level intelligence alongside Warsaw, Kraków, and other Polish cities. Its standout dimensions are cost of living (80/100) and safety (71/100). The area most worth watching is energy (68/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.
Country context is available on the Poland country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Łódź appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.
Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.
Sources
4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.
- UN-Habitat: World Cities Report 2024
Used as a policy and methodology reference for urban exposure and resilience signals.
- European Environment Agency: Air Quality Status Report
Used where European city comparisons need monitored air-quality context.
- NASA: NASA POWER
Used as an energy-resource and weather-normalization reference.
- IPCC: AR6 WGII Chapter 6: Cities, settlements and key infrastructure
Used to explain urban climate vulnerability and adaptation scoring logic.