Rosental an der Kainach: population and statistics
Rosental an der Kainach has a population of 1,661 (2026) across 6.5 km², or 254 people per km². It ranks 1,168 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −3.9% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,661 residents
- 6.5 km²
- 254 people/km²
- 459 m
Rosental an der Kainach in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Rosental an der Kainach ranks No. 199 by population.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 87.9% in Rosental an der Kainach, compared with an average of 59.0% in Styria and 53.0% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 31.1% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 39° generates about 1,184 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: higher than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Average household size”: 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 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 917 football pitches.
- Its population density is 2.3 times the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Bärnbach (5,811 residents), 2.2 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,736 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Rosental an der Kainach over time
Rosental an der Kainach had 1,728 residents in 2016 and 1,661 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,650 |
| 2022 | 1,575 |
| 2023 | 1,666 |
| 2024 | 1,721 |
| 2025 | 1,682 |
| 2026 | 1,661 |
All indicators for Rosental an der Kainach
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 | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 11.6% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 1,795 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 27.3% | 22.6% | 22.1% | ranked 219 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 52.0 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 153 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.5% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 767 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 821 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 976 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.02 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,901 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 179 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 902 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 226 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 771 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 133.1 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 134 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 241 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 789 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 145.1 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 129 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 432 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 716 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 131 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,893 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 72.3% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 1,773 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 6.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 198 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 973 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 703 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 57.3 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 285 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 87.9% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 39 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 9.9% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 810 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 492 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 1,151 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Rosental an der Kainach | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 71.1% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 187 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 6.3% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 1,891 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Rosental an der Kainach
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade31.1% ×1.4
- Other service activities14.3% ×1.7
- Health and social work11.3% ×1.1
- Professional, scientific and technical8.4% ×0.6
- Accommodation and food services6.3% ×0.9
- Manufacturing5.5% ×0.9
- Administrative and support services5.5% ×0.7
- Information and communication5.0% ×0.7
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Rosental an der Kainach?
Rosental an der Kainach has 1,661 residents (2026), ranking 1,168 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Rosental an der Kainach?
Rosental an der Kainach covers 6.5 km², with a density of 254 people per km².
Is the population of Rosental an der Kainach growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Rosental an der Kainach went from 1,728 to 1,661, a change of −3.9%.
Where is Rosental an der Kainach?
Rosental an der Kainach is in Styria. It belongs to Voitsberg (district). Latitude 47.052, longitude 15.114.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Rosental an der Kainach?
In Rosental an der Kainach, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 87.9% (2024), ranking 39 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
Average household size: what is the figure for Rosental an der Kainach?
In Rosental an der Kainach, “Average household size” stands at 2.02 persons (2024), ranking 1,901 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 2.35 persons.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Rosental an der Kainach?
In Rosental an der Kainach, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 39° produces about 1,184 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Rosental an der Kainach?
The nearest to Rosental an der Kainach are Bärnbach (2.2 km), Köflach (2.3 km), Voitsberg (2.8 km), Maria Lankowitz (4.1 km), Sankt Martin am Wöllmißberg (4.7 km).