Ottendorf an der Rittschein: population and statistics
Ottendorf an der Rittschein has a population of 1,620 (2026) across 14.3 km², or 113 people per km². It ranks 1,198 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +3.7% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,620 residents
- 14.3 km²
- 113 people/km²
- 292 m
Ottendorf an der Rittschein in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Ottendorf an der Rittschein ranks No. 209 by population.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 87.5% in Ottendorf an der Rittschein, compared with an average of 59.0% in Styria and 53.0% nationally.
Share of foreign nationals: 2.3% in Ottendorf an der Rittschein, compared with an average of 14.5% in Styria and 20.1% nationally.
Largest business sector: Health and social work, with 24.7% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 39° generates about 1,224 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Share of foreign nationals”: lower than in 96% of municipalities.
- “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification”: lower than in 94% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 2,000 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Markt Hartmannsdorf (2,997 residents), 4.5 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,896 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Ottendorf an der Rittschein over time
Ottendorf an der Rittschein had 1,562 residents in 2016 and 1,620 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,569 |
| 2022 | 1,595 |
| 2023 | 1,596 |
| 2024 | 1,593 |
| 2025 | 1,612 |
| 2026 | 1,620 |
All indicators for Ottendorf an der Rittschein
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 | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 14.9% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 825 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 19.6% | 22.6% | 22.1% | ranked 1,511 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 46.6 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 919 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 51.4% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 292 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 644 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 1,247 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.49 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 473 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 119 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 1,346 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 127 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 1,382 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 79.3 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 1,447 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 160 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 1,194 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 98.8 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 963 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 181 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 1,755 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 1,380 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,014 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 78.4% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 753 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,131 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 272 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 1,589 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 17.0 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 1,796 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 87.5% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 55 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 2.3% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 1,903 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 489 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 1,160 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Ottendorf an der Rittschein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 70.1% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 319 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 6.6% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 1,849 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Ottendorf an der Rittschein
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Health and social work24.7% ×2.5
- Wholesale and retail trade17.7% ×0.8
- Construction10.1% ×1.5
- Professional, scientific and technical9.5% ×0.7
- Manufacturing8.9% ×1.5
- Other service activities7.6% ×0.9
- Administrative and support services6.3% ×0.8
- Accommodation and food services4.4% ×0.6
Sunshine and temperatures: Ottendorf an der Rittschein
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
Ottendorf an der Rittschein has 1,620 residents (2026), ranking 1,198 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
Ottendorf an der Rittschein covers 14.3 km², with a density of 113 people per km².
Is the population of Ottendorf an der Rittschein growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Ottendorf an der Rittschein went from 1,562 to 1,620, a change of +3.7%.
Where is Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
Ottendorf an der Rittschein is in Styria. It belongs to Hartberg-Fürstenfeld (district). Latitude 47.049, longitude 15.901.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
In Ottendorf an der Rittschein, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 87.5% (2024), ranking 55 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
Share of foreign nationals: what is the figure for Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
In Ottendorf an der Rittschein, “Share of foreign nationals” stands at 2.3% (2024), ranking 1,903 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 8.5%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
In Ottendorf an der Rittschein, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 39° produces about 1,224 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
The nearest to Ottendorf an der Rittschein are Markt Hartmannsdorf (4.5 km), Ilz (4.6 km), Riegersburg (6.0 km), Großwilfersdorf (7.8 km), Sinabelkirchen (8.2 km).