Birgitz: population and statistics
Birgitz has a population of 1,486 (2026) across 4.8 km², or 310 people per km². It ranks 1,308 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +7.3% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,486 residents
- 4.8 km²
- 310 people/km²
- 865 m
Birgitz in numbers
Key points
Among the 277 municipalities in Tyrol, Birgitz ranks No. 143 by population.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: 26.5% in Birgitz, compared with an average of 16.2% in Tyrol and 17.6% nationally.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 87.8% in Birgitz, compared with an average of 60.4% in Tyrol and 53.0% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 25.6% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 40° generates about 1,246 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification”: higher than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: higher than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant”: lower than in 94% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 671 football pitches.
- Its population density is 2.8 times the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Götzens (4,150 residents), 0.8 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,984 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Birgitz over time
Birgitz had 1,385 residents in 2016 and 1,486 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,496 |
| 2022 | 1,486 |
| 2023 | 1,510 |
| 2024 | 1,511 |
| 2025 | 1,478 |
| 2026 | 1,486 |
All indicators for Birgitz
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 | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 14.9% | 14.2% | 14.5% | ranked 825 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 22.6% | 20.3% | 22.1% | ranked 868 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 44.8 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,315 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.9% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 527 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 674 | 344,271 | 4,139,571 | ranked 1,197 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.20 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,561 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 97 | 67,665 | 743,940 | ranked 1,544 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 107 | 78,264 | 850,266 | ranked 1,541 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 72.1 | 100.7 | 91.3 | ranked 1,650 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 125 | 81,900 | 945,381 | ranked 1,444 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 84.1 | 105.1 | 98.4 | ranked 1,487 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 155 € | 602 € | 344 € | ranked 1,864 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 674 € | 1,435 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,557 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 80.5% | 75.9% | 77.4% | ranked 269 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.0% | 4.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,713 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 267 | 420,487 | 4,878,849 | ranked 1,605 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 18.0 | 54.1 | 32.4 | ranked 1,748 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 87.8% | 60.4% | 77.3% | ranked 44 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 12.1% | 18.9% | 8.5% | ranked 590 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 424 | 212,076 | 2,490,615 | ranked 1,326 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Birgitz | Tyrol | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 57.6% | 60.3% | 66.4% | ranked 1,884 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 26.5% | 16.2% | 11.0% | ranked 35 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Birgitz
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade25.6% ×1.1
- Professional, scientific and technical15.2% ×1.1
- Information and communication11.2% ×1.5
- Other service activities11.2% ×1.3
- Administrative and support services9.6% ×1.2
- Accommodation and food services7.2% ×1.0
- Manufacturing4.0% ×0.7
- Health and social work4.0% ×0.4
Sunshine and temperatures: Birgitz
Where is Birgitz?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Birgitz?
Birgitz has 1,486 residents (2026), ranking 1,308 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Birgitz?
Birgitz covers 4.8 km², with a density of 310 people per km².
Is the population of Birgitz growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Birgitz went from 1,385 to 1,486, a change of +7.3%.
Where is Birgitz?
Birgitz is in Tyrol. It belongs to Innsbruck Land (district). Latitude 47.234, longitude 11.301.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: what is the figure for Birgitz?
In Birgitz, “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification” stands at 26.5% (2024), ranking 35 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 11.0%.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Birgitz?
In Birgitz, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 87.8% (2024), ranking 44 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Birgitz?
In Birgitz, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 40° produces about 1,246 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Birgitz?
The nearest to Birgitz are Götzens (0.8 km), Axams (1.7 km), Völs (3.0 km), Kematen in Tirol (3.1 km), Grinzens (3.9 km).