Neusiedl am See: population and statistics
Neusiedl am See has a population of 8,867 (2026) across 57.0 km², or 156 people per km². It ranks 113 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +13.4% between 2016 and 2026.
- 8,867 residents
- 57.0 km²
- 156 people/km²
- 120 m
Neusiedl am See in numbers
Key points
Among the 171 municipalities in Burgenland, Neusiedl am See ranks No. 2 by population.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: 23.2% in Neusiedl am See, compared with an average of 13.5% in Burgenland and 17.6% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 23.1% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 38° generates about 1,205 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Enterprises”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Private households”: higher than in 95% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 7,986 football pitches.
- The nearest municipality is Jois, 3.9 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Eisenstadt (16,396 residents), 26 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,820 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Neusiedl am See over time
Neusiedl am See had 7,820 residents in 2016 and 8,867 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,643 |
| 2022 | 8,657 |
| 2023 | 8,917 |
| 2024 | 8,945 |
| 2025 | 8,885 |
| 2026 | 8,867 |
All indicators for Neusiedl am See
Value for the municipality, then the regional average and the national median (for counts: regional and national totals). The gauge places the municipality between the lowest and highest value in the country.
Population
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 14.6% | 12.8% | 14.5% | ranked 945 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 19.6% | 25.3% | 22.1% | ranked 1,511 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 45.8 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,082 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 52.0% | 51.1% | 50.3% | ranked 119 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 4,092 | 133,663 | 4,139,571 | ranked 105 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.16 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,659 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 946 | 24,778 | 743,940 | ranked 74 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 1,145 | 28,486 | 850,266 | ranked 74 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 128.6 | 94.4 | 91.3 | ranked 164 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 1,117 | 33,881 | 945,381 | ranked 92 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 126.0 | 112.3 | 98.4 | ranked 294 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 498 € | 393 € | 344 € | ranked 545 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 1,507 € | 1,057 € | 1,414 € | ranked 927 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 75.1% | 73.1% | 77.4% | ranked 1,433 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 4.7% | 5.4% | 3.5% | ranked 498 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 5,411 | 134,168 | 4,878,849 | ranked 107 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 60.8 | 44.6 | 32.4 | ranked 242 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 70.0% | 75.6% | 77.3% | ranked 1,475 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 17.0% | 11.5% | 8.5% | ranked 261 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 2,481 | 88,128 | 2,490,615 | ranked 108 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Neusiedl am See | Burgenland | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 58.5% | 63.1% | 66.4% | ranked 1,852 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 23.2% | 13.5% | 11.0% | ranked 66 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Neusiedl am See
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade23.1% ×1.0
- Professional, scientific and technical13.5% ×1.0
- Health and social work12.3% ×1.2
- Other service activities11.4% ×1.3
- Accommodation and food services8.0% ×1.1
- Administrative and support services7.2% ×0.9
- Information and communication6.8% ×0.9
- Construction5.6% ×0.8
Sunshine and temperatures: Neusiedl am See
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Neusiedl am See?
Neusiedl am See has 8,867 residents (2026), ranking 113 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Neusiedl am See?
Neusiedl am See covers 57.0 km², with a density of 156 people per km².
Is the population of Neusiedl am See growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Neusiedl am See went from 7,820 to 8,867, a change of +13.4%.
Where is Neusiedl am See?
Neusiedl am See is in Burgenland. It belongs to Neusiedl am See (district). Latitude 47.949, longitude 16.843.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: what is the figure for Neusiedl am See?
In Neusiedl am See, “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification” stands at 23.2% (2024), ranking 66 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 11.0%.
Enterprises: what is the figure for Neusiedl am See?
In Neusiedl am See, “Enterprises” stands at 946 (2024), ranking 74 of 2,091 municipalities; the national median is 154.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Neusiedl am See?
In Neusiedl am See, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 38° produces about 1,205 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Neusiedl am See?
The nearest to Neusiedl am See are Jois (3.9 km), Weiden am See (4.0 km), Parndorf (5.2 km), Winden am See (6.9 km), Gols (7.5 km).