Gössendorf: population and statistics
Gössendorf has a population of 4,313 (2026) across 7.2 km², or 598 people per km². It ranks 346 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +12.6% between 2016 and 2026.
- 4,313 residents
- 7.2 km²
- 598 people/km²
- 328 m
Gössendorf in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Gössendorf ranks No. 66 by population.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 84.9% in Gössendorf, compared with an average of 59.0% in Styria and 53.0% nationally.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: 16.6% in Gössendorf, compared with an average of 16.1% in Styria and 17.6% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 23.9% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 40° generates about 1,219 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: higher than in 90% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 1,010 football pitches.
- Its population density is 5.4 times the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Hausmannstätten, 1.7 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Kalsdorf bei Graz (9,265 residents), 3.3 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,876 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Gössendorf over time
Gössendorf had 3,832 residents in 2016 and 4,313 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,178 |
| 2022 | 4,215 |
| 2023 | 4,177 |
| 2024 | 4,237 |
| 2025 | 4,220 |
| 2026 | 4,313 |
All indicators for Gössendorf
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 | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 16.0% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 404 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 20.8% | 22.6% | 22.1% | ranked 1,271 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 46.2 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 991 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.6% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 701 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 1,728 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 373 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.38 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 852 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 342 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 385 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 383 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 388 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 90.8 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 1,015 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 479 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 327 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 111.1 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 592 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 534 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 477 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 2,085 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 590 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 79.4% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 511 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 987 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 1,976 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 335 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 46.9 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 471 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 84.9% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 196 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 11.9% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 610 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 1,240 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 349 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Gössendorf | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 64.1% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 1,409 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 16.6% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 237 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Gössendorf
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade23.9% ×1.1
- Health and social work14.5% ×1.5
- Construction10.1% ×1.5
- Professional, scientific and technical9.7% ×0.7
- Other service activities9.7% ×1.1
- Information and communication7.8% ×1.0
- Administrative and support services7.1% ×0.9
- Manufacturing5.5% ×0.9
Sunshine and temperatures: Gössendorf
Where is Gössendorf?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Gössendorf?
Gössendorf has 4,313 residents (2026), ranking 346 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Gössendorf?
Gössendorf covers 7.2 km², with a density of 598 people per km².
Is the population of Gössendorf growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Gössendorf went from 3,832 to 4,313, a change of +12.6%.
Where is Gössendorf?
Gössendorf is in Styria. It belongs to Graz Umgebung (district). Latitude 46.996, longitude 15.488.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Gössendorf?
In Gössendorf, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 84.9% (2024), ranking 196 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: what is the figure for Gössendorf?
In Gössendorf, “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification” stands at 16.6% (2024), ranking 237 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 11.0%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Gössendorf?
In Gössendorf, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 40° produces about 1,219 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Gössendorf?
The nearest to Gössendorf are Hausmannstätten (1.7 km), Fernitz-Mellach (2.5 km), Kalsdorf bei Graz (3.3 km), Raaba-Grambach (3.6 km), Feldkirchen bei Graz (3.9 km).