Hollenstein an der Ybbs: population and statistics
Hollenstein an der Ybbs has a population of 1,666 (2026) across 126.6 km², or 13.2 people per km². It ranks 1,163 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −1.5% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,666 residents
- 126.6 km²
- 13 people/km²
- 458 m
Hollenstein an der Ybbs in numbers
Key points
Among the 573 municipalities in Lower Austria, Hollenstein an der Ybbs ranks No. 309 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 330.2 in Hollenstein an der Ybbs, compared with an average of 94.5 in Lower Austria and 92.6 nationally.
Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over): 1.6% in Hollenstein an der Ybbs, compared with an average of 4.9% in Lower Austria and 6.5% nationally.
Largest business sector: Health and social work, with 80.0% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 37° generates about 1,008 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Lower Austria for “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”.
- Number 1 in Lower Austria for “Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants”.
- “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over)”: lower than in 95% of municipalities.
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: lower than in 93% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 17,728 football pitches.
- Its population density is 8.3 times lower than the national average.
Population of Hollenstein an der Ybbs over time
Hollenstein an der Ybbs had 1,692 residents in 2016 and 1,666 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,674 |
| 2022 | 1,678 |
| 2023 | 1,692 |
| 2024 | 1,697 |
| 2025 | 1,685 |
| 2026 | 1,666 |
All indicators for Hollenstein an der Ybbs
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 | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 16.1% | 14.3% | 14.5% | ranked 377 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 26.1% | 22.2% | 22.1% | ranked 330 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 46.6 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 919 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 49.8% | 50.8% | 50.3% | ranked 1,238 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 694 | 760,913 | 4,139,571 | ranked 1,160 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.43 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 672 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 538 | 142,917 | 743,940 | ranked 168 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 556 | 163,268 | 850,266 | ranked 200 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 330.2 | 94.5 | 91.3 | ranked 1 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 860 | 193,063 | 945,381 | ranked 131 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 516.2 | 111.6 | 98.4 | ranked 1 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 554 € | 520 € | 344 € | ranked 439 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 3,489 € | 2,123 € | 1,414 € | ranked 175 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 80.3% | 75.2% | 77.4% | ranked 303 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 1.6% | 4.9% | 3.5% | ranked 1,852 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 987 | 804,756 | 4,878,849 | ranked 689 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 58.6 | 46.6 | 32.4 | ranked 263 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 57.2% | 73.0% | 77.3% | ranked 1,840 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 5.5% | 12.4% | 8.5% | ranked 1,423 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 473 | 490,205 | 2,490,615 | ranked 1,191 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Hollenstein an der Ybbs | Lower Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 70.8% | 62.9% | 66.4% | ranked 221 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 10.6% | 15.1% | 11.0% | ranked 1,059 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Hollenstein an der Ybbs
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Health and social work80.0% ×8.0
- Wholesale and retail trade4.6% ×0.2
- Manufacturing3.2% ×0.5
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing2.3% ×2.1
- Accommodation and food services2.1% ×0.3
- Construction2.0% ×0.3
- Other service activities1.6% ×0.2
- Professional, scientific and technical1.3% ×0.1
Sunshine and temperatures: Hollenstein an der Ybbs
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
Hollenstein an der Ybbs has 1,666 residents (2026), ranking 1,163 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
Hollenstein an der Ybbs covers 126.6 km², with a density of 13 people per km².
Is the population of Hollenstein an der Ybbs growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Hollenstein an der Ybbs went from 1,692 to 1,666, a change of −1.5%.
Where is Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
Hollenstein an der Ybbs is in Lower Austria. It belongs to Amstetten (district). Latitude 47.803, longitude 14.772.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
In Hollenstein an der Ybbs, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 330.2 (2024), ranking 1 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over): what is the figure for Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
In Hollenstein an der Ybbs, “Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over)” stands at 1.6% (2024), ranking 1,852 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 3.5%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
In Hollenstein an der Ybbs, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 37° produces about 1,008 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Hollenstein an der Ybbs?
The nearest to Hollenstein an der Ybbs are Opponitz (7.8 km), St. Georgen am Reith (9.0 km), Weyer (10.0 km), Gaflenz (11 km), Göstling an der Ybbs (12 km).