Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer: population and statistics
Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer has a population of 2,274 (2026) across 125.6 km², or 18.1 people per km². It ranks 838 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +5.8% between 2016 and 2026.
- 2,274 residents
- 125.6 km²
- 18 people/km²
- 983 m
Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer in numbers
Key points
Among the 119 municipalities in Salzburg, Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer ranks No. 70 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 156.4 in Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer, compared with an average of 106.2 in Salzburg and 92.6 nationally.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 49.3% in Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer, compared with an average of 55.5% in Salzburg and 53.0% nationally.
Largest business sector: Accommodation and food services, with 38.4% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 35° generates about 1,030 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: lower than in 96% of municipalities.
- “Share of people under 15”: higher than in 92% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 17,587 football pitches.
- Its population density is 6.1 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer (17,360 residents), 6.2 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,120 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer over time
Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer had 2,150 residents in 2016 and 2,274 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,196 |
| 2022 | 2,231 |
| 2023 | 2,245 |
| 2024 | 2,270 |
| 2025 | 2,265 |
| 2026 | 2,274 |
All indicators for Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer
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 | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 17.4% | 14.3% | 14.5% | ranked 150 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 20.9% | 21.0% | 22.1% | ranked 1,237 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 43.9 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,520 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.8% | 51.0% | 50.3% | ranked 600 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 889 | 251,966 | 4,139,571 | ranked 903 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.55 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 318 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 313 | 52,604 | 743,940 | ranked 428 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 355 | 60,771 | 850,266 | ranked 425 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 156.4 | 106.2 | 91.3 | ranked 54 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 346 | 66,189 | 945,381 | ranked 521 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 152.2 | 115.4 | 98.4 | ranked 103 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 916 € | 645 € | 344 € | ranked 131 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 1,025 € | 895 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,272 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 75.6% | 77.1% | 77.4% | ranked 1,340 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 5.7% | 4.3% | 3.5% | ranked 274 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 1,159 | 335,570 | 4,878,849 | ranked 597 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 51.1 | 58.6 | 32.4 | ranked 389 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 49.3% | 55.5% | 77.3% | ranked 1,902 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 16.8% | 20.6% | 8.5% | ranked 273 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 612 | 155,698 | 2,490,615 | ranked 924 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer | Salzburg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 66.7% | 61.1% | 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) | 10.3% | 16.8% | 11.0% | ranked 1,127 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Accommodation and food services38.4% ×5.2
- Wholesale and retail trade12.8% ×0.6
- Professional, scientific and technical11.0% ×0.8
- Other service activities8.7% ×1.0
- Information and communication7.3% ×1.0
- Construction5.8% ×0.9
- Administrative and support services5.2% ×0.7
- Manufacturing4.4% ×0.7
Sunshine and temperatures: Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer has 2,274 residents (2026), ranking 838 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer covers 125.6 km², with a density of 18 people per km².
Is the population of Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer went from 2,150 to 2,274, a change of +5.8%.
Where is Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer is in Salzburg. It belongs to Zell am See (district). Latitude 47.383, longitude 12.900.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
In Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 156.4 (2024), ranking 54 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
In Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 49.3% (2024), ranking 1,902 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
In Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 35° produces about 1,030 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer?
The nearest to Maria Alm am Steinernen Meer are Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer (6.2 km), Dienten am Hochkönig (7.8 km), Maishofen (8.4 km), Zell am See (10 km), Taxenbach (11 km).