Best cities to live in Poland (2026)
2 cities ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
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Krakow
75/100Warsaw
74/100Compare cities in Poland
❓ Living in Poland — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Poland?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Krakow ranks #1 in Poland with a score of 75/100, and city-centre rent from around $976/month.
What is the safest city in Poland?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Krakow is the safest city in Poland in our database, with a rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people.
Should I move to Krakow or Warsaw?▾
Krakow scores 75/100 on our Livability Score vs 74/100 for Warsaw. Rent is $976/mo in Krakow vs $1224/mo in Warsaw. See the full comparison at the bottom of this page.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Poland?▾
Poland offers the Poland Temporary Residence (moderate process). Duration: Up to 3 years. Key requirement: Proof of employment or business. EU-standard process. Schengen access.. The process is moderate difficulty. Check individual city pages for full details.
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