Abstract:

This study delves into the demographic and socio-economic transformations in Tomaszów Mazowiecki, a medium-sized post-industrial Polish city. Following the collapse of communism in 1989, post-socialist cities in Poland, including Tomaszów Mazowiecki, have undergone profound changes characterized by the privatization of state assets, the emergence of market economy, shifts in urban planning, and socio-economic disparities. This study provides a nuanced analysis of Tomaszów Mazowiecki’s evolution over the last three decades. By examining changes in its demographic, social, functional, and economic spheres, this research contributes to understanding the complexities of urban adaptation in post-socialist contexts, highlighting the ongoing path towards modernization and integration into the 21st-century socio-economic landscape.