Public libraries in 2025
As of the end of 2025, 7,438 public libraries1 were operating, including 4,825 library branches. During the year, 5.4 million library users2 (0.3% more than in 2024) borrowed 99.5 million volumes of the collection (0.6% more than in 2024).
The largest number of public libraries operated in Mazowieckie Voivodship (935), and the smallest number in Podlaskie Voivodship (220). Libraries also operated 675 library points, most of which were located in Lubelskie Voivodship (112). Nearly two-thirds of libraries (63.7%) operated in rural areas.
On average, one library had 164 square meters of library space and offered 16 seats in the reading room.
1Including branches.
2A registered user in the library who borrowed at least one volume of collection during the reporting period.