Kalsdorf bei Graz: population and statistics
Kalsdorf bei Graz has a population of 9,265 (2026) across 15.2 km², or 611 people per km². It ranks 106 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +44.9% between 2016 and 2026.
- 9,265 residents
- 15.2 km²
- 611 people/km²
- 319 m
Kalsdorf bei Graz in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Kalsdorf bei Graz ranks No. 18 by population.
Share of people aged 65 and over: 15.0% in Kalsdorf bei Graz, compared with an average of 22.6% in Styria and 20.7% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 24.0% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 39° generates about 1,219 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Styria for “Population change over 10 years”.
- “Share of people aged 65 and over”: lower than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Persons employed in establishments in the municipality”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- “Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 2,125 football pitches.
- Its population density is 5.6 times the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Fernitz-Mellach, 1.5 km away.
Population of Kalsdorf bei Graz over time
Kalsdorf bei Graz had 6,395 residents in 2016 and 9,265 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,869 |
| 2022 | 8,073 |
| 2023 | 8,308 |
| 2024 | 8,662 |
| 2025 | 9,010 |
| 2026 | 9,265 |
All indicators for Kalsdorf bei Graz
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 | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 16.6% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 255 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 15.0% | 22.6% | 22.1% | ranked 1,970 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 40.3 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,950 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.3% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 920 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 3,913 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 112 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.25 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,380 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 560 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 157 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 701 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 138 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 78.5 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 1,471 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 833 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 140 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 89.9 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 1,298 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 1,079 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 85 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 937 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,349 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 80.3% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 303 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 469 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 7,104 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 76 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 79.5 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 111 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 82.8% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 397 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 20.1% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 153 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 2,552 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 107 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Kalsdorf bei Graz | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 65.6% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 1,162 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 13.8% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 512 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Kalsdorf bei Graz
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade24.0% ×1.1
- Professional, scientific and technical11.6% ×0.8
- Administrative and support services10.2% ×1.3
- Other service activities9.0% ×1.1
- Information and communication7.9% ×1.1
- Health and social work7.4% ×0.7
- Transport and storage5.6% ×2.6
- Construction5.4% ×0.8
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Kalsdorf bei Graz?
Kalsdorf bei Graz has 9,265 residents (2026), ranking 106 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Kalsdorf bei Graz?
Kalsdorf bei Graz covers 15.2 km², with a density of 611 people per km².
Is the population of Kalsdorf bei Graz growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Kalsdorf bei Graz went from 6,395 to 9,265, a change of +44.9%.
Where is Kalsdorf bei Graz?
Kalsdorf bei Graz is in Styria. It belongs to Graz Umgebung (district). Latitude 46.966, longitude 15.482.
Share of people aged 65 and over: what is the figure for Kalsdorf bei Graz?
In Kalsdorf bei Graz, “Share of people aged 65 and over” stands at 15.0% (2026), ranking 1,970 of 1,982 municipalities; the national median is 22.1%.
Persons employed in establishments in the municipality: what is the figure for Kalsdorf bei Graz?
In Kalsdorf bei Graz, “Persons employed in establishments in the municipality” stands at 7,104 (2024), ranking 76 of 2,091 municipalities; the national median is 598.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Kalsdorf bei Graz?
In Kalsdorf bei Graz, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 39° produces about 1,219 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Kalsdorf bei Graz?
The nearest to Kalsdorf bei Graz are Fernitz-Mellach (1.5 km), Gössendorf (3.3 km), Hausmannstätten (3.4 km), Wundschuh (5.0 km), Werndorf (5.0 km).