Country Facts:
Austria vs. Poland
Learn about the similarities and differences between Austria and Poland by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Austria vs. Poland - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Austria is 32 383 mi², while the surface area of Poland is 120 726 mi². This means that the area of Poland is 273% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Austria has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Poland has a coastline of 273.4 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Austria is Vienna, with a population of about 1 805 680 people. In contrast, the largest city in Poland is Warsaw, where the population is 1 735 440.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Austria is Großglockner, its height is 12 461 ft. The highest peak in Poland is Rysy (north-western peak), which rises to a height of 8 199 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Austria, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.9°F and was recorded in Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, while in Poland the highest temperature was 104.4°F and was recorded in Prószków.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Austria, the lowest temperature ever measured was -62.7°F and was recorded in Grünloch doline, while in Poland, the lowest temperature was -41.8°F and was recorded in Siedlce.
Society
Austria vs. Poland - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Austria is about 9 006 398, while Poland is home to 37 846 611 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.1 years in Austria and 78.5 years in Poland.
Average age
The average age is 44.5 years in Austria and 41.9 years in Poland.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.32% in Austria and -0.23% in Poland.
Literacy
Literacy is 98.0% in Austria and 99.8% in Poland.
Language
In Austria, the main language is German, and in Poland the primary language is Polish.
Religion
In Austria, the main religion is Christianity; in Poland, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Austria: 55 649 Int$. Poland: 34 406 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Austria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Poland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).
Driving side
Austria has right-hand traffic, Poland has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Austria - May, June, July, August; Poland - May, June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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