Fußach: population and statistics
Fußach has a population of 4,057 (2026) across 11.9 km², or 340 people per km². It ranks 378 of 2,092 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +6.0% between 2016 and 2026.
- 4,057 residents
- 11.9 km²
- 340 people/km²
- 399 m
Fußach in numbers
Key points
Among the 96 municipalities in Vorarlberg, Fußach ranks No. 22 by population.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 62.0 in Fußach, compared with an average of 83.4 in Vorarlberg and 92.6 nationally.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: 85.9% in Fußach, compared with an average of 67.6% in Vorarlberg and 53.0% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 27.0% of the area's trade licences.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 39° generates about 1,190 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: lower than in 94% of municipalities.
- “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence”: higher than in 93% of municipalities.
- “Share of women”: lower than in 92% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 1,671 football pitches.
- Its population density is 3.1 times the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Hard (13,800 residents), 2.3 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,760 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Population of Fußach over time
Fußach had 3,827 residents in 2016 and 4,057 in 2026.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,873 |
| 2022 | 3,928 |
| 2023 | 3,932 |
| 2024 | 3,977 |
| 2025 | 4,080 |
| 2026 | 4,057 |
All indicators for Fußach
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 | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people under 15 (2026) | 15.0% | 15.5% | 14.5% | ranked 781 of 1,982 | |
| Share of people aged 65 and over (2026) | 18.7% | 19.4% | 22.1% | ranked 1,690 of 1,982 | |
| Median age (2026) | 42.5 years | – | 46.2 | ranked 1,778 of 1,982 | |
| Share of women (2026) | 48.6% | 50.3% | 50.3% | ranked 1,793 of 1,982 |
Housing
| Indicator | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private households (2024) | 1,682 | 179,909 | 4,139,571 | ranked 389 of 2,091 | |
| Average household size (2024) | 2.42 persons | – | 2.35 | ranked 707 of 1,981 |
Economy
| Indicator | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2024) | 224 | 29,888 | 743,940 | ranked 668 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments (2024) | 253 | 34,310 | 850,266 | ranked 657 of 2,091 | |
| Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 62.0 | 83.4 | 91.3 | ranked 1,869 of 1,981 | |
| Active trade licences (2026) | 351 | 37,112 | 945,381 | ranked 513 of 2,088 | |
| Trade licences per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 86.5 | 90.0 | 98.4 | ranked 1,412 of 1,978 | |
| Municipal taxes and levies per inhabitant (2019) | 624 € | 650 € | 344 € | ranked 331 of 1,976 | |
| Municipal debt per inhabitant (2019) | 587 € | 2,089 € | 1,414 € | ranked 1,624 of 1,976 |
Employment
| Indicator | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate (aged 15 to 64) (2024) | 75.1% | 75.2% | 77.4% | ranked 1,433 of 1,981 | |
| Unemployment rate (aged 15 and over) (2024) | 5.4% | 5.1% | 3.5% | ranked 341 of 1,981 | |
| Persons employed in establishments in the municipality (2024) | 1,495 | 206,368 | 4,878,849 | ranked 459 of 2,091 | |
| Jobs per 100 inhabitants (2024) | 36.6 | 50.1 | 32.4 | ranked 800 of 1,981 |
Transport
| Indicator | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence (2024) | 85.9% | 67.6% | 77.3% | ranked 133 of 1,981 |
Society
| Indicator | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of foreign nationals (2024) | 19.0% | 20.8% | 8.5% | ranked 185 of 1,981 | |
| Families (2024) | 1,177 | 112,558 | 2,490,615 | ranked 377 of 2,091 |
Education
| Indicator | Fußach | Vorarlberg | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of people aged 15 and over with an apprenticeship, BMS, AHS or BHS as highest qualification (2024) | 60.6% | 58.4% | 66.4% | ranked 1,762 of 1,981 | |
| Share of people aged 15 and over with a university, academy or college qualification as highest qualification (2024) | 12.7% | 14.1% | 11.0% | ranked 664 of 1,981 |
Business sectors: Fußach
Share of each sector in total trade licences; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade27.0% ×1.2
- Health and social work16.4% ×1.6
- Professional, scientific and technical10.6% ×0.8
- Manufacturing8.3% ×1.4
- Construction8.0% ×1.2
- Accommodation and food services7.5% ×1.0
- Administrative and support services6.0% ×0.8
- Information and communication5.5% ×0.7
Sunshine and temperatures: Fußach
Where is Fußach?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Fußach?
Fußach has 4,057 residents (2026), ranking 378 of 2,092 municipalities.
How big is Fußach?
Fußach covers 11.9 km², with a density of 340 people per km².
Is the population of Fußach growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Fußach went from 3,827 to 4,057, a change of +6.0%.
Where is Fußach?
Fußach is in Vorarlberg. It belongs to Bregenz (district). Latitude 47.478, longitude 9.664.
Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Fußach?
In Fußach, “Establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 62.0 (2024), ranking 1,869 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 91.3.
Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence: what is the figure for Fußach?
In Fußach, “Share of out-commuters among employed persons by place of residence” stands at 85.9% (2024), ranking 133 of 1,981 municipalities; the national median is 77.3%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Fußach?
In Fußach, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 39° produces about 1,190 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Fußach?
The nearest to Fußach are Hard (2.3 km), Höchst (2.8 km), Lauterach (5.1 km), Gaißau (5.2 km), Lustenau (5.7 km).