Drosendorf-Zissersdorf: population and statistics
Drosendorf-Zissersdorf has a population of 1,113 (2026) across 53.4 km², or 20.9 people per km². It ranks 1,596 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −9.0% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,113 residents
- 53.4 km²
- 21 people/km²
- 371 m
Drosendorf-Zissersdorf in numbers
Key points
Among the 573 municipalities in Lower Austria, Drosendorf-Zissersdorf ranks No. 434 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 167.0 in Drosendorf-Zissersdorf, compared with an average of 94.5 in Lower Austria and 92.6 nationally.
Share of people aged 65 and over: 29.7% in Drosendorf-Zissersdorf, compared with an average of 22.2% in Lower Austria and 20.7% nationally.
Largest business sector: Health and social work, with 37.1% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 36° generates about 1,094 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: higher than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Share of people aged 65 and over”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 7,476 football pitches.
- Its population density is 5.3 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Langau, 8.3 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Raabs an der Thaya (2,583 residents), 9.3 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,376 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Drosendorf-Zissersdorf over time
Drosendorf-Zissersdorf had 1,223 residents in 2016 and 1,113 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,207 |
| 2022 | 1,167 |
| 2023 | 1,206 |
| 2024 | 1,178 |
| 2025 | 1,134 |
| 2026 | 1,113 |
All indicators for Drosendorf-Zissersdorf
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 | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 12.1% | 14.3% | 14.5% | ranked 1,713 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 29.7% | 22.2% | 22.1% | ranked 81 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 52.8 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 111 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.9% | 50.8% | 50.3% | ranked 527 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 520 | 760,913 | 4,139,571 | ranked 1,477 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.19 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,587 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 175 | 142,917 | 743,940 | ranked 927 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 190 | 163,268 | 850,266 | ranked 943 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 167.0 | 94.5 | 91.3 | ranked 40 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 218 | 193,063 | 945,381 | ranked 901 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 195.9 | 111.6 | 98.4 | ranked 36 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 265 € | 520 € | 344 € | ranked 1,332 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 3,620 € | 2,123 € | 1,414 € | ranked 158 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 75.0% | 75.2% | 77.4% | ranked 1,447 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.5% | 4.9% | 3.5% | ranked 1,481 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 365 | 804,756 | 4,878,849 | ranked 1,403 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 32.1 | 46.6 | 32.4 | ranked 999 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 66.5% | 73.0% | 77.3% | ranked 1,630 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 5.3% | 12.4% | 8.5% | ranked 1,458 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 312 | 490,205 | 2,490,615 | ranked 1,625 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Drosendorf-Zissersdorf | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 66.7% | 62.9% | 66.4% | ranked 909 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 12.2% | 15.1% | 11.0% | ranked 750 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Drosendorf-Zissersdorf
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Health and social work37.1% ×3.7
- Wholesale and retail trade16.4% ×0.7
- Accommodation and food services9.4% ×1.3
- Administrative and support services5.6% ×0.7
- Construction5.2% ×0.8
- Professional, scientific and technical5.2% ×0.4
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing4.7% ×4.3
- Information and communication4.7% ×0.6
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
Drosendorf-Zissersdorf has 1,113 residents (2026), ranking 1,596 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
Drosendorf-Zissersdorf covers 53.4 km², with a density of 21 people per km².
Is the population of Drosendorf-Zissersdorf growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Drosendorf-Zissersdorf went from 1,223 to 1,113, a change of −9.0%.
Where is Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
Drosendorf-Zissersdorf is in Lower Austria. It belongs to Horn (district). Latitude 48.868, longitude 15.617.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
In Drosendorf-Zissersdorf, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 167.0 (2024), ranking 40 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Share of people aged 65 and over: what is the figure for Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
In Drosendorf-Zissersdorf, “Share of people aged 65 and over” stands at 29.7% (2026), ranking 81 of 1,982 municipalities; the national median is 22.1%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
In Drosendorf-Zissersdorf, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 36° produces about 1,094 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Drosendorf-Zissersdorf?
The nearest to Drosendorf-Zissersdorf are Langau (8.3 km), Geras (8.8 km), Japons (9.1 km), Raabs an der Thaya (9.3 km), Pernegg (14 km).