Kirchdorf an der Krems: population and statistics
Kirchdorf an der Krems has a population of 5,027 (2026) across 2.8 km², or 1,808 people per km². It ranks 272 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +16.3% between 2016 and 2026.
- 5,027 residents
- 2.8 km²
- 1,808 people/km²
- 439 m
Kirchdorf an der Krems in numbers
Key points
Among the 438 municipalities in Upper Austria, Kirchdorf an der Krems ranks No. 58 by population.
Jobs per 100 inhabitants: 99.0 in Kirchdorf an der Krems, compared with an average of 55.1 in Upper Austria and 53.2 nationally.
Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification: 56.7% in Kirchdorf an der Krems, compared with an average of 60.5% in Upper Austria and 58.6% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 24.0% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 38° generates about 1,067 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Jobs per 100 inhabitants”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification”: lower than in 96% of municipalities.
- “Share of foreign nationals”: higher than in 95% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 389 football pitches.
- Its population density is 16.5 times the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Micheldorf in Oberösterreich, 3.1 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Vorchdorf (7,890 residents), 18 km away.
Population of Kirchdorf an der Krems over time
Kirchdorf an der Krems had 4,323 residents in 2016 and 5,027 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,626 |
| 2022 | 4,711 |
| 2023 | 4,931 |
| 2024 | 4,970 |
| 2025 | 5,011 |
| 2026 | 5,027 |
All indicators for Kirchdorf an der Krems
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 | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 14.0% | 14.9% | 14.5% | ranked 1,154 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 21.3% | 20.7% | 22.1% | ranked 1,152 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 43.7 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,563 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 51.6% | 50.2% | 50.3% | ranked 229 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 2,403 | 669,046 | 4,139,571 | ranked 233 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.05 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,866 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 366 | 114,084 | 743,940 | ranked 345 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 513 | 131,483 | 850,266 | ranked 220 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 102.3 | 85.6 | 91.3 | ranked 627 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 493 | 145,564 | 945,381 | ranked 315 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 98.1 | 95.2 | 98.4 | ranked 995 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 839 € | 613 € | 344 € | ranked 166 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 520 € | 1,687 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,671 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 75.3% | 76.9% | 77.4% | ranked 1,390 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 6.9% | 4.7% | 3.5% | ranked 140 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 4,965 | 845,602 | 4,878,849 | ranked 124 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 99.0 | 55.1 | 32.4 | ranked 52 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 62.0% | 66.2% | 77.3% | ranked 1,742 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 23.2% | 16.3% | 8.5% | ranked 90 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 1,333 | 427,948 | 2,490,615 | ranked 308 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Kirchdorf an der Krems | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 56.7% | 60.5% | 66.4% | ranked 1,905 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 13.7% | 13.8% | 11.0% | ranked 525 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Kirchdorf an der Krems
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade24.0% ×1.1
- Other service activities16.1% ×1.9
- Professional, scientific and technical11.8% ×0.9
- Manufacturing7.9% ×1.3
- Accommodation and food services7.5% ×1.0
- Health and social work6.7% ×0.7
- Finance and insurance5.7% ×2.2
- Administrative and support services5.1% ×0.6
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Kirchdorf an der Krems?
Kirchdorf an der Krems has 5,027 residents (2026), ranking 272 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Kirchdorf an der Krems?
Kirchdorf an der Krems covers 2.8 km², with a density of 1,808 people per km².
Is the population of Kirchdorf an der Krems growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Kirchdorf an der Krems went from 4,323 to 5,027, a change of +16.3%.
Where is Kirchdorf an der Krems?
Kirchdorf an der Krems is in Upper Austria. It belongs to Kirchdorf (district). Latitude 47.905, longitude 14.122.
Jobs per 100 inhabitants: what is the figure for Kirchdorf an der Krems?
In Kirchdorf an der Krems, “Jobs per 100 inhabitants” stands at 99.0 (2024), ranking 52 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 32.4.
Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification: what is the figure for Kirchdorf an der Krems?
In Kirchdorf an der Krems, “Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification” stands at 56.7% (2024), ranking 1,905 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 66.4%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Kirchdorf an der Krems?
In Kirchdorf an der Krems, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 38° produces about 1,067 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Kirchdorf an der Krems?
The nearest to Kirchdorf an der Krems are Micheldorf in Oberösterreich (3.1 km), Schlierbach (3.2 km), Inzersdorf im Kremstal (4.1 km), Oberschlierbach (5.3 km), Steinbach am Ziehberg (6.8 km).