Elsbethen: population and statistics
Elsbethen has a population of 5,417 (2026) across 24.0 km², or 226 people per km². It ranks 236 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +1.9% between 2016 and 2026.
- 5,417 residents
- 24.0 km²
- 226 people/km²
- 426 m
Elsbethen in numbers
Key points
Among the 119 municipalities in Salzburg, Elsbethen ranks No. 21 by population.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: 28.7% in Elsbethen, compared with an average of 16.8% in Salzburg and 17.6% nationally.
Municipal debt per inhabitant: 10 € in Elsbethen, compared with an average of 895 € in Salzburg and 1,719 € nationally.
Largest business sector: Professional, scientific and technical, with 19.1% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 39° generates about 1,118 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Salzburg for “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification”.
- “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Municipal debt per inhabitant”: lower than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Share of women”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 3,357 football pitches.
- Its population density is 2.1 times the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Anif, 1.9 km away.
Population of Elsbethen over time
Elsbethen had 5,318 residents in 2016 and 5,417 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,494 |
| 2022 | 5,486 |
| 2023 | 5,507 |
| 2024 | 5,435 |
| 2025 | 5,453 |
| 2026 | 5,417 |
All indicators for Elsbethen
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 | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 13.2% | 14.3% | 14.5% | ranked 1,433 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 24.7% | 21.0% | 22.1% | ranked 487 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 46.9 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 845 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 52.3% | 51.0% | 50.3% | ranked 70 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 2,542 | 251,966 | 4,139,571 | ranked 214 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.13 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,734 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 463 | 52,604 | 743,940 | ranked 212 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 524 | 60,771 | 850,266 | ranked 216 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 95.8 | 106.2 | 91.3 | ranked 829 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 542 | 66,189 | 945,381 | ranked 279 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 100.1 | 115.4 | 98.4 | ranked 919 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 732 € | 645 € | 344 € | ranked 227 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 10 € | 895 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,946 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 78.6% | 77.1% | 77.4% | ranked 696 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.1% | 4.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,665 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 3,149 | 335,570 | 4,878,849 | ranked 208 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 57.6 | 58.6 | 32.4 | ranked 278 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 79.3% | 55.5% | 77.3% | ranked 780 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 13.2% | 20.6% | 8.5% | ranked 490 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 1,528 | 155,698 | 2,490,615 | ranked 241 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Elsbethen | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 57.4% | 61.1% | 66.4% | ranked 1,890 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 28.7% | 16.8% | 11.0% | ranked 24 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Elsbethen
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Professional, scientific and technical19.1% ×1.4
- Wholesale and retail trade18.3% ×0.8
- Information and communication12.8% ×1.7
- Other service activities8.9% ×1.0
- Health and social work7.4% ×0.7
- Construction7.0% ×1.1
- Manufacturing6.7% ×1.1
- Administrative and support services6.5% ×0.8
Sunshine and temperatures: Elsbethen
Where is Elsbethen?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Elsbethen?
Elsbethen has 5,417 residents (2026), ranking 236 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Elsbethen?
Elsbethen covers 24.0 km², with a density of 226 people per km².
Is the population of Elsbethen growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Elsbethen went from 5,318 to 5,417, a change of +1.9%.
Where is Elsbethen?
Elsbethen is in Salzburg. It belongs to Salzburg Umgebung (district). Latitude 47.764, longitude 13.082.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: what is the figure for Elsbethen?
In Elsbethen, “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification” stands at 28.7% (2024), ranking 24 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 11.0%.
Municipal debt per inhabitant: what is the figure for Elsbethen?
In Elsbethen, “Municipal debt per inhabitant” stands at 10 € (2019), ranking 1,946 of 1,976 municipalities; the national median is 1,414 €.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Elsbethen?
In Elsbethen, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 39° produces about 1,118 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Elsbethen?
The nearest to Elsbethen are Anif (1.9 km), Grödig (4.3 km), Salzburg (4.9 km), Puch bei Hallein (5.3 km), Ebenau (6.7 km).