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Czech RepublicvsPoland

See the biggest differences first, then scan the geographic, economic, and practical reference data.

This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

Poland is higher

Poland records 36,559,233, about 3.35× the other value.

Surface area

Poland is higher

Poland records 313,930 km², about 3.98× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Poland is higher

Poland records $917.77 billion, about 2.64× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇨🇿 Czech Republic10,905,028
🇵🇱 Poland36,559,233

Poland’s population is 235% larger than that of Czech Republic, a difference of 25,654,205.

Surface area

🇨🇿 Czech Republic78,871 km²
🇵🇱 Poland313,930 km²

Poland’s surface area is 298% larger than that of Czech Republic, a difference of 235,059 km².

Population density

🇨🇿 Czech Republic138 /km²
🇵🇱 Poland116 /km²

Czech Republic’s population density is 19% higher than that of Poland, a difference of 21.8 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇨🇿 Czech Republic$347.03 billion · 2024
🇵🇱 Poland$917.77 billion · 2024

Poland’s nominal GDP is 164% larger than that of Czech Republic, a difference of $570.73 billion.

GDP per capita

🇨🇿 Czech Republic$31,823 · 2024
🇵🇱 Poland$25,104 · 2024

Czech Republic’s GDP per capita is 27% higher than that of Poland, a difference of $6,720.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Prague

Warsaw

Population

10,905,028

36,559,233

Surface area

78,871 km²

313,930 km²

Population density

138 /km²

116 /km²

Nominal GDP

$347.03 billion · 2024

$917.77 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$31,823 · 2024

$25,104 · 2024

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Eastern Europe

Eastern Europe

Currency

Czech koruna · CZK · Kč

Polish złoty · PLN · zł

Nationality

Czech

Polish

Phone code

+420

+48

Internet domain

.cz

.pl

ISO codes

CZ / CZE

PL / POL

Time zone

Europe/Prague

Europe/Warsaw

Native name

Česká republika

Polska

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About Czech Republic

Nestled in the heart of Central Europe, the Czech Republic blends medieval charm with vibrant modernity, offering a tapestry of castles, cobblestone streets, and a rich cultural heritage that captivates visitors and scholars alike.

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About Poland

Poland, located in Central Europe, is a captivating country known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse landscapes. Known as the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes', it offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and rural charm.

Full Poland profile →

Czech Republic & Poland: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Czech Republic?

The capital of Czech Republic is Prague.

What is the population of Czech Republic?

Czech Republic has a recorded population of approximately 10,905,028 people.

How big is Czech Republic?

Czech Republic covers an area of about 78,871 km².

What is the population density of Czech Republic?

Czech Republic has a population density of roughly 138 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Czech Republic?

Czech Republic has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $347.03 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Czech Republic?

Czech Republic has a GDP per capita of approximately $31,823.

What currency is used in Czech Republic?

Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna (CZK), with the symbol Kč.

Where is Czech Republic located?

Czech Republic is located in Eastern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Czech Republic?

The native name of Czech Republic is Česká republika.

What are people from Czech Republic called?

People from Czech Republic are referred to as Czech.

What is the phone calling code for Czech Republic?

The international dialing code for Czech Republic is +420.

What is the internet domain for Czech Republic?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Czech Republic is .cz.

What time zone is Czech Republic in?

Czech Republic uses the Europe/Prague time zone.

What is Czech Republic known for?

Nestled in the heart of Central Europe, the Czech Republic blends medieval charm with vibrant modernity, offering a tapestry of castles, cobblestone streets, and a rich cultural heritage that captivates visitors and scholars alike.

What is the capital of Poland?

The capital of Poland is Warsaw.

What is the population of Poland?

Poland has a recorded population of approximately 36,559,233 people.

How big is Poland?

Poland covers an area of about 313,930 km².

What is the population density of Poland?

Poland has a population density of roughly 116 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Poland?

Poland has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $917.77 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Poland?

Poland has a GDP per capita of approximately $25,104.

What currency is used in Poland?

Poland uses the Polish złoty (PLN), with the symbol zł.

Where is Poland located?

Poland is located in Eastern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Poland?

The native name of Poland is Polska.

What are people from Poland called?

People from Poland are referred to as Polish.

What is the phone calling code for Poland?

The international dialing code for Poland is +48.

What is the internet domain for Poland?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Poland is .pl.

What time zone is Poland in?

Poland uses the Europe/Warsaw time zone.

What is Poland known for?

Poland, located in Central Europe, is a captivating country known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse landscapes. Known as the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes', it offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and rural charm.