Geretsberg: population and statistics
Geretsberg has a population of 1,203 (2026) across 37.5 km², or 32.1 people per km². It ranks 1,525 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +6.8% between 2016 and 2026.
- 1,203 residents
- 37.5 km²
- 32 people/km²
- 483 m
Geretsberg in numbers
Key points
Among the 438 municipalities in Upper Austria, Geretsberg ranks No. 331 by population.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: 7.3% in Geretsberg, compared with an average of 13.8% in Upper Austria and 17.6% nationally.
Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant: 697 € in Geretsberg, compared with an average of 613 € in Upper Austria and 564 € nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 20.7% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 39° generates about 1,139 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- Its area is roughly equal to 5,245 football pitches.
- Its population density is 3.4 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Eggelsberg (2,939 residents), 4.5 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,556 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Geretsberg over time
Geretsberg had 1,126 residents in 2016 and 1,203 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,171 |
| 2022 | 1,171 |
| 2023 | 1,169 |
| 2024 | 1,195 |
| 2025 | 1,193 |
| 2026 | 1,203 |
All indicators for Geretsberg
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 | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 15.9% | 14.9% | 14.5% | ranked 431 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 19.9% | 20.7% | 22.1% | ranked 1,445 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 44.2 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,467 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 49.5% | 50.2% | 50.3% | ranked 1,427 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 480 | 669,046 | 4,139,571 | ranked 1,563 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.46 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 580 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 107 | 114,084 | 743,940 | ranked 1,447 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 113 | 131,483 | 850,266 | ranked 1,482 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 94.6 | 85.6 | 91.3 | ranked 876 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 114 | 145,564 | 945,381 | ranked 1,540 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 94.8 | 95.2 | 98.4 | ranked 1,106 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 697 € | 613 € | 344 € | ranked 256 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 712 € | 1,687 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,524 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 79.7% | 76.9% | 77.4% | ranked 435 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 4.1% | 4.7% | 3.5% | ranked 715 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 553 | 845,602 | 4,878,849 | ranked 1,109 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 46.3 | 55.1 | 32.4 | ranked 490 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 74.4% | 66.2% | 77.3% | ranked 1,234 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 9.0% | 16.3% | 8.5% | ranked 920 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 343 | 427,948 | 2,490,615 | ranked 1,544 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Geretsberg | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 64.7% | 60.5% | 66.4% | ranked 1,312 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 7.3% | 13.8% | 11.0% | ranked 1,750 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Geretsberg
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade20.7% ×0.9
- Construction11.7% ×1.8
- Professional, scientific and technical10.8% ×0.8
- Health and social work9.9% ×1.0
- Manufacturing9.0% ×1.5
- Other service activities9.0% ×1.1
- Accommodation and food services7.2% ×1.0
- Information and communication5.4% ×0.7
Sunshine and temperatures: Geretsberg
Where is Geretsberg?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Geretsberg?
Geretsberg has 1,203 residents (2026), ranking 1,525 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Geretsberg?
Geretsberg covers 37.5 km², with a density of 32 people per km².
Is the population of Geretsberg growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Geretsberg went from 1,126 to 1,203, a change of +6.8%.
Where is Geretsberg?
Geretsberg is in Upper Austria. It belongs to Braunau (district). Latitude 48.089, longitude 12.935.
Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification: what is the figure for Geretsberg?
In Geretsberg, “Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification” stands at 7.3% (2024), ranking 1,750 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 11.0%.
Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant: what is the figure for Geretsberg?
In Geretsberg, “Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant” stands at 697 € (2019), ranking 256 of 1,976 municipalities; the national median is 344 €.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Geretsberg?
In Geretsberg, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 39° produces about 1,139 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Geretsberg?
The nearest to Geretsberg are Eggelsberg (4.5 km), Franking (4.5 km), Gilgenberg am Weilhart (4.8 km), Haigermoos (6.2 km), Hochburg-Ach (6.3 km).