Buch in Tirol: population and statistics
Buch in Tirol has a population of 2,638 (2026) across 9.5 km², or 277 people per km². It ranks 699 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +4.0% between 2016 and 2026.
- 2,638 residents
- 9.5 km²
- 277 people/km²
- 531 m
Buch in Tirol in numbers
Key points
Among the 277 municipalities in Tyrol, Buch in Tirol ranks No. 71 by population.
Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants: 72.0 in Buch in Tirol, compared with an average of 105.1 in Tyrol and 102.8 nationally.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 85.3% in Buch in Tirol, compared with an average of 60.4% in Tyrol and 53.0% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 32.3% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 32° generates about 1,036 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants”: lower than in 93% of municipalities.
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: higher than in 91% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 1,335 football pitches.
- Its population density is 2.5 times the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Gallzein, 1.3 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Jenbach (7,669 residents), 1.8 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,144 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Buch in Tirol over time
Buch in Tirol had 2,536 residents in 2016 and 2,638 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,596 |
| 2022 | 2,606 |
| 2023 | 2,596 |
| 2024 | 2,605 |
| 2025 | 2,610 |
| 2026 | 2,638 |
All indicators for Buch in Tirol
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 | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 13.8% | 14.2% | 14.5% | ranked 1,225 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 20.4% | 20.3% | 22.1% | ranked 1,345 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 46.3 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 966 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 48.8% | 50.6% | 50.3% | ranked 1,731 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 1,101 | 344,271 | 4,139,571 | ranked 694 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.36 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 923 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 174 | 67,665 | 743,940 | ranked 936 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 202 | 78,264 | 850,266 | ranked 887 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 77.7 | 100.7 | 91.3 | ranked 1,504 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 190 | 81,900 | 945,381 | ranked 1,027 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 72.0 | 105.1 | 98.4 | ranked 1,831 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 241 € | 602 € | 344 € | ranked 1,452 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 552 € | 1,435 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,649 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 78.5% | 75.9% | 77.4% | ranked 723 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.9% | 4.3% | 3.5% | ranked 1,269 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 636 | 420,487 | 4,878,849 | ranked 996 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 24.5 | 54.1 | 32.4 | ranked 1,369 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 85.3% | 60.4% | 77.3% | ranked 178 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 10.5% | 18.9% | 8.5% | ranked 743 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 774 | 212,076 | 2,490,615 | ranked 684 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Buch in Tirol | Tyrol | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 66.9% | 60.3% | 66.4% | ranked 859 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 12.2% | 16.2% | 11.0% | ranked 750 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Buch in Tirol
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade32.3% ×1.4
- Professional, scientific and technical10.6% ×0.8
- Manufacturing10.1% ×1.7
- Construction9.5% ×1.4
- Other service activities7.9% ×0.9
- Administrative and support services6.9% ×0.9
- Accommodation and food services4.2% ×0.6
- Information and communication4.2% ×0.6
Sunshine and temperatures: Buch in Tirol
Where is Buch in Tirol?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Buch in Tirol?
Buch in Tirol has 2,638 residents (2026), ranking 699 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Buch in Tirol?
Buch in Tirol covers 9.5 km², with a density of 277 people per km².
Is the population of Buch in Tirol growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Buch in Tirol went from 2,536 to 2,638, a change of +4.0%.
Where is Buch in Tirol?
Buch in Tirol is in Tyrol. It belongs to Schwaz (district). Latitude 47.378, longitude 11.769.
Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Buch in Tirol?
In Buch in Tirol, “Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 72.0 (2026), ranking 1,831 of 1,978 municipalities; the national median is 98.4.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Buch in Tirol?
In Buch in Tirol, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 85.3% (2024), ranking 178 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Buch in Tirol?
In Buch in Tirol, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 32° produces about 1,036 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Buch in Tirol?
The nearest to Buch in Tirol are Gallzein (1.3 km), Jenbach (1.8 km), Strass im Zillertal (3.6 km), Wiesing (3.7 km), Schlitters (3.8 km).