Pernegg an der Mur: population and statistics
Pernegg an der Mur has a population of 2,540 (2026) across 86.0 km², or 29.5 people per km². It ranks 732 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +8.7% between 2016 and 2026.
- 2,540 residents
- 86.0 km²
- 30 people/km²
- 673 m
Pernegg an der Mur in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Pernegg an der Mur ranks No. 131 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 72.0 in Pernegg an der Mur, compared with an average of 96.3 in Styria and 92.6 nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 27.0% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 37° generates about 1,110 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- Its area is roughly equal to 12,052 football pitches.
- Its population density is 3.7 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Breitenau am Hochlantsch, 6.6 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Bruck an der Mur (15,608 residents), 7.8 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,440 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Pernegg an der Mur over time
Pernegg an der Mur had 2,337 residents in 2016 and 2,540 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,408 |
| 2022 | 2,493 |
| 2023 | 2,548 |
| 2024 | 2,586 |
| 2025 | 2,572 |
| 2026 | 2,540 |
All indicators for Pernegg an der Mur
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 | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 13.3% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 1,400 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 25.6% | 22.6% | 22.1% | ranked 383 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 49.9 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 364 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.3% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 920 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 1,153 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 667 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.18 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,612 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 161 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 1,005 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 185 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 967 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 72.0 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 1,655 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 208 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 935 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 81.9 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 1,575 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 291 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 1,215 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 2,064 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 605 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 77.7% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 909 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,481 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 586 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 1,061 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 22.8 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 1,492 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 80.4% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 660 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 9.5% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 864 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 743 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 719 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Pernegg an der Mur | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 67.8% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 681 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 11.7% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 836 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Pernegg an der Mur
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade27.0% ×1.2
- Health and social work18.6% ×1.9
- Accommodation and food services9.8% ×1.3
- Other service activities8.3% ×1.0
- Professional, scientific and technical6.9% ×0.5
- Construction5.9% ×0.9
- Manufacturing5.4% ×0.9
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing4.4% ×4.0
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Pernegg an der Mur?
Pernegg an der Mur has 2,540 residents (2026), ranking 732 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Pernegg an der Mur?
Pernegg an der Mur covers 86.0 km², with a density of 30 people per km².
Is the population of Pernegg an der Mur growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Pernegg an der Mur went from 2,337 to 2,540, a change of +8.7%.
Where is Pernegg an der Mur?
Pernegg an der Mur is in Styria. It belongs to Bruck-Mürzzuschlag (district). Latitude 47.367, longitude 15.350.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Pernegg an der Mur?
In Pernegg an der Mur, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 72.0 (2024), ranking 1,655 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Average household size: what is the figure for Pernegg an der Mur?
In Pernegg an der Mur, “Average household size” stands at 2.18 persons (2024), ranking 1,612 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 2.35 persons.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Pernegg an der Mur?
In Pernegg an der Mur, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 37° produces about 1,110 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Pernegg an der Mur?
The nearest to Pernegg an der Mur are Breitenau am Hochlantsch (6.6 km), Bruck an der Mur (7.8 km), Kapfenberg (9.3 km), Frohnleiten (11 km), Sankt Marein im Mürztal (12 km).