Neumarkt in der Steiermark: population and statistics
Neumarkt in der Steiermark has a population of 4,784 (2026) across 163.6 km², or 29.2 people per km². It ranks 303 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −5.6% between 2016 and 2026.
- 4,784 residents
- 163.6 km²
- 29 people/km²
- 841 m
Neumarkt in der Steiermark in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Neumarkt in der Steiermark ranks No. 57 by population.
Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification: 72.4% in Neumarkt in der Steiermark, compared with an average of 62.0% in Styria and 58.6% nationally.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 56.2% in Neumarkt in der Steiermark, compared with an average of 59.0% in Styria and 53.0% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 28.4% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 40° generates about 1,243 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: lower than in 93% of municipalities.
- “Municipal debt per inhabitant”: higher than in 92% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 22,916 football pitches.
- Its population density is 3.8 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Mühlen, 7.2 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Judenburg (9,441 residents), 21 km away.
Population of Neumarkt in der Steiermark over time
Neumarkt in der Steiermark had 5,070 residents in 2016 and 4,784 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,876 |
| 2022 | 4,866 |
| 2023 | 4,920 |
| 2024 | 4,875 |
| 2025 | 4,805 |
| 2026 | 4,784 |
All indicators for Neumarkt in der Steiermark
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 | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 13.5% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 1,340 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 26.9% | 22.6% | 22.1% | ranked 250 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 50.0 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 349 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 51.0% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 474 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 2,069 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 294 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.28 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,262 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 495 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 191 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 558 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 199 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 115.9 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 319 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 482 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 326 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 100.8 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 896 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 299 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 1,182 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 3,560 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 165 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 76.2% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 1,228 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.7% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,384 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 1,757 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 379 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 36.5 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 807 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 56.2% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 1,850 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 4.2% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 1,642 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 1,381 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 293 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Neumarkt in der Steiermark | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 72.4% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 83 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 10.3% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 1,127 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Neumarkt in der Steiermark
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade28.4% ×1.3
- Other service activities12.2% ×1.4
- Construction10.5% ×1.6
- Manufacturing9.7% ×1.6
- Professional, scientific and technical8.2% ×0.6
- Accommodation and food services7.8% ×1.1
- Administrative and support services5.5% ×0.7
- Health and social work4.8% ×0.5
Sunshine and temperatures: Neumarkt in der Steiermark
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
Neumarkt in der Steiermark has 4,784 residents (2026), ranking 303 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
Neumarkt in der Steiermark covers 163.6 km², with a density of 29 people per km².
Is the population of Neumarkt in der Steiermark growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Neumarkt in der Steiermark went from 5,070 to 4,784, a change of −5.6%.
Where is Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
Neumarkt in der Steiermark is in Styria. It belongs to Murau (district). Latitude 47.071, longitude 14.423.
Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification: what is the figure for Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
In Neumarkt in der Steiermark, “Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification” stands at 72.4% (2024), ranking 83 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 66.4%.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
In Neumarkt in der Steiermark, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 56.2% (2024), ranking 1,850 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
In Neumarkt in der Steiermark, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 40° produces about 1,243 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Neumarkt in der Steiermark?
The nearest to Neumarkt in der Steiermark are Mühlen (7.2 km), Teufenbach-Katsch (8.0 km), Scheifling (8.9 km), Sankt Lambrecht (9.3 km), Niederwölz (9.8 km).