Micheldorf in Oberösterreich: population and statistics
Micheldorf in Oberösterreich has a population of 5,941 (2026) across 50.3 km², or 118 people per km². It ranks 202 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +2.3% between 2016 and 2026.
- 5,941 residents
- 50.3 km²
- 118 people/km²
- 459 m
Micheldorf in Oberösterreich in numbers
Key points
Among the 438 municipalities in Upper Austria, Micheldorf in Oberösterreich ranks No. 37 by population.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 24.8% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 38° generates about 1,062 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Private households”: higher than in 90% of municipalities.
- “Families”: higher than in 90% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 7,050 football pitches.
- The nearest municipality is Kirchdorf an der Krems, 3.1 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Sierning (9,910 residents), 23 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,248 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Micheldorf in Oberösterreich over time
Micheldorf in Oberösterreich had 5,808 residents in 2016 and 5,941 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,905 |
| 2022 | 5,960 |
| 2023 | 6,012 |
| 2024 | 6,010 |
| 2025 | 5,976 |
| 2026 | 5,941 |
All indicators for Micheldorf in Oberösterreich
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 | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | 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) | 23.1% | 20.7% | 22.1% | ranked 768 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 47.0 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 828 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 49.4% | 50.2% | 50.3% | ranked 1,479 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 2,607 | 669,046 | 4,139,571 | ranked 205 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.25 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 1,380 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 382 | 114,084 | 743,940 | ranked 319 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 448 | 131,483 | 850,266 | ranked 301 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 74.5 | 85.6 | 91.3 | ranked 1,592 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 564 | 145,564 | 945,381 | ranked 252 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 94.9 | 95.2 | 98.4 | ranked 1,100 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 458 € | 613 € | 344 € | ranked 640 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 1,228 € | 1,687 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,124 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 77.5% | 76.9% | 77.4% | ranked 948 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 4.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | ranked 669 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 2,514 | 845,602 | 4,878,849 | ranked 252 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 41.8 | 55.1 | 32.4 | ranked 619 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 71.5% | 66.2% | 77.3% | ranked 1,401 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 12.5% | 16.3% | 8.5% | ranked 550 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 1,707 | 427,948 | 2,490,615 | ranked 201 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Micheldorf in Oberösterreich | Upper Austria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 62.6% | 60.5% | 66.4% | ranked 1,595 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 12.7% | 13.8% | 11.0% | ranked 664 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Micheldorf in Oberösterreich
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade24.8% ×1.1
- Professional, scientific and technical13.4% ×1.0
- Other service activities9.6% ×1.1
- Health and social work8.6% ×0.9
- Manufacturing7.5% ×1.2
- Administrative and support services7.1% ×0.9
- Information and communication7.0% ×0.9
- Accommodation and food services6.6% ×0.9
Sunshine and temperatures: Micheldorf in Oberösterreich
Where is Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
Micheldorf in Oberösterreich has 5,941 residents (2026), ranking 202 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
Micheldorf in Oberösterreich covers 50.3 km², with a density of 118 people per km².
Is the population of Micheldorf in Oberösterreich growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Micheldorf in Oberösterreich went from 5,808 to 5,941, a change of +2.3%.
Where is Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
Micheldorf in Oberösterreich is in Upper Austria. It belongs to Kirchdorf (district). Latitude 47.878, longitude 14.133.
Private households: what is the figure for Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
In Micheldorf in Oberösterreich, “Private households” stands at 2,607 (2024), ranking 205 of 2,091 municipalities; the national median is 771.
Families: what is the figure for Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
In Micheldorf in Oberösterreich, “Families” stands at 1,707 (2024), ranking 201 of 2,091 municipalities; the national median is 534.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
In Micheldorf in Oberösterreich, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 38° produces about 1,062 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Micheldorf in Oberösterreich?
The nearest to Micheldorf in Oberösterreich are Kirchdorf an der Krems (3.1 km), Klaus an der Pyhrnbahn (5.6 km), Schlierbach (6.2 km), Inzersdorf im Kremstal (6.8 km), Oberschlierbach (7.2 km).