Demographics Of Velden am Wörther See
According to the 2021 census, Velden am Wörther See had a total population of 8,954, of which 4,524 were male and 4,430 were female. The population density was 170 per square kilometer, which is higher than the average of 101 for Carinthia. The median age of the population was 46.2 years, with 44.9 for males and 47.4 for females. The town is divided into eight cadastral communities, which include 30 villages.
The majority of the population is Austrian, with German as the official language. However, the town also has a significant minority of Slovenes, who speak Slovenian as their native language. The town also has a small number of Italians, Croatians, Hungarians, and other ethnic groups.
The town has a high standard of living, with a median income of 28,000 euros per year. The town also has a high level of education, with 90% of the population having completed secondary education or higher. The town has a low crime rate and a high quality of health care.
The town has a predominantly Roman Catholic population, with 80% of the population belonging to the Catholic Church. The town also has a Protestant, Orthodox, and Muslim community, as well as a small number of people who are not affiliated with any religion.
Population of Velden am Wörther See
The population of Velden am Wörther See has increased slightly over the past four decades, from 8,814 in 1981 to 8,954 in 2021. However, the growth rate has been uneven, with some periods of decline and stagnation. The highest population was recorded in 2001, with 9,045 inhabitants, while the lowest was in 1991, with 8,676.
The population density of Velden am Wörther See is 170 per square kilometer, which is higher than the average of 101 for Carinthia. However, the population density varies significantly across the eight cadastral communities, ranging from 11 in Köstenberg to 1,007 in Velden am Wörther See.
Age Distribution in Velden am Wörther See
The proportion of children and adolescents (aged 0 to 19) in Velden am Wörther See is 16.4%, which is lower than the average of 19.1% for Carinthia. The number of children and adolescents has decreased from 1,664 in 1981 to 1,467 in 2021.
The proportion of adults (aged 20 to 64) in Velden am Wörther See is 57.6%, which is similar to the average of 57.9% for Carinthia. The number of adults has increased from 4,950 in 1981 to 5,156 in 2021.
The proportion of seniors (aged 65 and over) in Velden am Wörther See is 26%, which is higher than the average of 23% for Carinthia. The number of seniors has increased from 2,200 in 1981 to 2,331 in 2021.
Gender Distribution in Velden am Wörther See
The gender distribution of Velden am Wörther See is slightly skewed towards females, with 51.9% of the population being female and 48.1% being male. The gender ratio is 92.4 males per 100 females, which is lower than the average of 95.2 for Carinthia. The gender distribution varies across the age groups, as shown in the following table:
| Age Group | Male | Female | Total | Gender Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 19 | 752 | 715 | 1,467 | 105.2 |
| 20 to 64 | 2,562 | 2,594 | 5,156 | 98.8 |
| 65 and over | 1,210 | 1,121 | 2,331 | 108 |
| Total | 4,524 | 4,430 | 8,954 | 92.4 |
Ethnic and Cultural Diversity in Velden am Wörther See
Velden am Wörther See is a culturally diverse town, with people of different ethnicities, nationalities, languages, and religions living together. According to the 2011 census, the most common ethnic group in Velden am Wörther See was Austrian, with 86.5% of the population, followed by German, with 4.4%, and Bosnian, with 1.6%. The following table shows the top 10 ethnic groups in Velden am Wörther See in 2011:
| Ethnic Group | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Austrian | 7,713 | 86.5% |
| German | 393 | 4.4% |
| Bosnian | 144 | 1.6% |
| Croatian | 93 | 1% |
| Serbian | 87 | 1% |
| Turkish | 68 | 0.8% |
| Hungarian | 59 | 0.7% |
| Slovenian | 55 | 0.6% |
| Italian | 52 | 0.6% |
| Romanian | 49 | 0.6% |
The most common language in Velden am Wörther See was German, with 95.2% of the population speaking it as their first or main language, followed by Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian, with 2.1%, and Turkish, with 0.6%. The following table shows the top 10 languages in Velden am Wörther See in 2011:
| Language | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| German | 8,481 | 95.2% |
| Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian | 187 | 2.1% |
| Turkish | 53 | 0.6% |
| Hungarian | 29 | 0.3% |
| Slovenian | 25 | 0.3% |
| English | 24 | 0.3% |
| Italian | 23 | 0.3% |
| French | 18 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 15 | 0.2% |
| Albanian | 14 | 0.2% |
The most common religion in Velden am Wörther See was Roman Catholic, with 69.8% of the population belonging to it, followed by no religion, with 16.9%, and Islam, with 4.8%. The following table shows the top 10 religions in Velden am Wörther See in 2011:
| Religion | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Roman Catholic | 6,245 | 69.8% |
| No religion | 1,512 | 16.9% |
| Islam | 429 | 4.8% |
| Orthodox Christian | 215 | 2.4% |
| Evangelical Lutheran | 139 | 1.6% |
| Other Christian | 86 | 1% |
| Buddhism | 36 | 0.4% |
| Jehovah’s Witnesses | 24 | 0.3% |
| Hinduism | 13 | 0.1% |
| Judaism | 9 | 0.1% |
