Sankt Peter-Freienstein: population and statistics
Sankt Peter-Freienstein has a population of 2,286 (2026) across 27.3 km², or 83.7 people per km². It ranks 828 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −3.1% between 2016 and 2026.
- 2,286 residents
- 27.3 km²
- 84 people/km²
- 607 m
Sankt Peter-Freienstein in numbers
Key points
Among the 285 municipalities in Styria, Sankt Peter-Freienstein ranks No. 149 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 55.0 in Sankt Peter-Freienstein, compared with an average of 96.3 in Styria and 92.6 nationally.
Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification: 70.8% in Sankt Peter-Freienstein, compared with an average of 62.0% in Styria and 58.6% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 32.6% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 41° generates about 1,175 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: lower than in 98% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 3,825 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Trofaiach (10,960 residents), 3.6 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,700 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Sankt Peter-Freienstein over time
Sankt Peter-Freienstein had 2,360 residents in 2016 and 2,286 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,338 |
| 2022 | 2,324 |
| 2023 | 2,329 |
| 2024 | 2,320 |
| 2025 | 2,306 |
| 2026 | 2,286 |
All indicators for Sankt Peter-Freienstein
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 | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 12.5% | 13.3% | 14.5% | ranked 1,627 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) | 49.8 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 379 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.1% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 1,055 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 1,037 | 571,442 | 4,139,571 | ranked 751 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.20 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,561 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 105 | 105,495 | 743,940 | ranked 1,464 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 127 | 121,407 | 850,266 | ranked 1,382 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 55.0 | 96.3 | 91.3 | ranked 1,938 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 145 | 128,664 | 945,381 | ranked 1,286 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 63.4 | 102.1 | 98.4 | ranked 1,933 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 553 € | 543 € | 344 € | ranked 440 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 1,414 € | 2,098 € | 1,414 € | ranked 988 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 77.1% | 74.9% | 77.4% | ranked 1,042 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,224 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 836 | 664,318 | 4,878,849 | ranked 805 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 36.2 | 52.8 | 32.4 | ranked 818 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 84.4% | 59.0% | 77.3% | ranked 231 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 8.2% | 14.5% | 8.5% | ranked 1,025 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 685 | 351,251 | 2,490,615 | ranked 796 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Sankt Peter-Freienstein | Styria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 70.8% | 62.0% | 66.4% | ranked 221 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 8.1% | 16.1% | 11.0% | ranked 1,607 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Sankt Peter-Freienstein
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade32.6% ×1.4
- Administrative and support services11.8% ×1.5
- Other service activities10.4% ×1.2
- Professional, scientific and technical8.3% ×0.6
- Construction6.9% ×1.0
- Manufacturing6.2% ×1.0
- Accommodation and food services4.9% ×0.7
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing4.2% ×3.8
Sunshine and temperatures: Sankt Peter-Freienstein
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
Sankt Peter-Freienstein has 2,286 residents (2026), ranking 828 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
Sankt Peter-Freienstein covers 27.3 km², with a density of 84 people per km².
Is the population of Sankt Peter-Freienstein growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Sankt Peter-Freienstein went from 2,360 to 2,286, a change of −3.1%.
Where is Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
Sankt Peter-Freienstein is in Styria. It belongs to Leoben (district). Latitude 47.399, longitude 15.032.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
In Sankt Peter-Freienstein, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 55.0 (2024), ranking 1,938 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification: what is the figure for Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
In Sankt Peter-Freienstein, “Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification” stands at 70.8% (2024), ranking 221 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 66.4%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
In Sankt Peter-Freienstein, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 41° produces about 1,175 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Sankt Peter-Freienstein?
The nearest to Sankt Peter-Freienstein are Trofaiach (3.6 km), Traboch (4.1 km), Leoben (5.3 km), Sankt Michael in Obersteiermark (6.8 km), Proleb (7.7 km).