Hofkirchen im Traunkreis: population and statistics
Hofkirchen im Traunkreis has a population of 2,055 (2026) across 13.9 km², or 148 people per km². It ranks 937 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +10.7% between 2016 and 2026.
- 2,055 residents
- 13.9 km²
- 148 people/km²
- 325 m
Hofkirchen im Traunkreis in numbers
Key points
Among the 438 municipalities in Upper Austria, Hofkirchen im Traunkreis ranks No. 209 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 63.7 in Hofkirchen im Traunkreis, compared with an average of 85.6 in Upper Austria and 92.6 nationally.
Jobs per 100 inhabitants: 16.5 in Hofkirchen im Traunkreis, compared with an average of 55.1 in Upper Austria and 53.2 nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 22.4% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 37° generates about 1,125 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: lower than in 93% of municipalities.
- “Jobs per 100 inhabitants”: lower than in 92% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 1,948 football pitches.
- The nearest municipality is Hargelsberg, 3.5 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Dietach (3,477 residents), 6.2 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,500 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Hofkirchen im Traunkreis over time
Hofkirchen im Traunkreis had 1,857 residents in 2016 and 2,055 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,958 |
| 2022 | 2,040 |
| 2023 | 2,071 |
| 2024 | 2,082 |
| 2025 | 2,085 |
| 2026 | 2,055 |
All indicators for Hofkirchen im Traunkreis
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 | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 16.2% | 14.9% | 14.5% | ranked 348 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 18.3% | 20.7% | 22.1% | ranked 1,751 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 44.2 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,467 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 50.0% | 50.2% | 50.3% | ranked 1,117 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 826 | 669,046 | 4,139,571 | ranked 970 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.50 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 444 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 122 | 114,084 | 743,940 | ranked 1,316 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 133 | 131,483 | 850,266 | ranked 1,332 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 63.7 | 85.6 | 91.3 | ranked 1,842 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 152 | 145,564 | 945,381 | ranked 1,247 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 74.0 | 95.2 | 98.4 | ranked 1,791 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 221 € | 613 € | 344 € | ranked 1,554 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 1,547 € | 1,687 € | 1,414 € | ranked 902 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 80.3% | 76.9% | 77.4% | ranked 303 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 2.1% | 4.7% | 3.5% | ranked 1,665 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 344 | 845,602 | 4,878,849 | ranked 1,439 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 16.5 | 55.1 | 32.4 | ranked 1,815 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 84.3% | 66.2% | 77.3% | ranked 242 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 10.3% | 16.3% | 8.5% | ranked 762 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 627 | 427,948 | 2,490,615 | ranked 898 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Hofkirchen im Traunkreis | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 62.3% | 60.5% | 66.4% | ranked 1,630 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 16.0% | 13.8% | 11.0% | ranked 286 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Hofkirchen im Traunkreis
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade22.4% ×1.0
- Professional, scientific and technical17.1% ×1.3
- Other service activities12.5% ×1.5
- Administrative and support services9.2% ×1.2
- Construction8.6% ×1.3
- Manufacturing7.2% ×1.2
- Information and communication7.2% ×1.0
- Health and social work5.9% ×0.6
Sunshine and temperatures: Hofkirchen im Traunkreis
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
Hofkirchen im Traunkreis has 2,055 residents (2026), ranking 937 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
Hofkirchen im Traunkreis covers 13.9 km², with a density of 148 people per km².
Is the population of Hofkirchen im Traunkreis growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Hofkirchen im Traunkreis went from 1,857 to 2,055, a change of +10.7%.
Where is Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
Hofkirchen im Traunkreis is in Upper Austria. It belongs to Linz Land (district). Latitude 48.142, longitude 14.380.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
In Hofkirchen im Traunkreis, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 63.7 (2024), ranking 1,842 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Jobs per 100 inhabitants: what is the figure for Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
In Hofkirchen im Traunkreis, “Jobs per 100 inhabitants” stands at 16.5 (2024), ranking 1,815 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 32.4.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
In Hofkirchen im Traunkreis, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 37° produces about 1,125 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Hofkirchen im Traunkreis?
The nearest to Hofkirchen im Traunkreis are Hargelsberg (3.5 km), Niederneukirchen (3.6 km), Dietach (6.2 km), Kronstorf (6.4 km), Wolfern (6.5 km).