São João da Madeira: population and statistics
São João da Madeira has a population of 23,991 (2025) across 7.9 km², or 3,022 people per km². It ranks 111 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +4.9% between 2021 and 2025.
- 23,991 residents
- 7.9 km²
- 3,022 people/km²
- 215 m
Key points
Among the 19 municipalities in Aveiro, São João da Madeira ranks No. 13 by population.
Rented usual residences: 32.2% in São João da Madeira, compared with an average of 18.3% in Aveiro and 22.4% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 21.3% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 35° generates about 1,428 kWh a year here.
São João da Madeira in numbers
Where is São João da Madeira?
Population of São João da Madeira over time
São João da Madeira had 22,867 residents in 2021 and 23,991 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 22,867 |
| 2022 | 23,597 |
| 2023 | 23,995 |
| 2024 | 24,013 |
| 2025 | 23,991 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Aveiro for “Population density”.
- Number 1 in Aveiro for “Population density (inhabitants per km²)”.
- “Rented usual residences”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Population density (inhabitants per km²)”: higher than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100)”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 1,112 football pitches.
- Its population density is 24.4 times the national average.
All indicators for São João da Madeira
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 | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 24.0% | 24.5% | 26.9% | ranked 208 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 11.2% | 12.1% | 11.7% | ranked 177 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 213.9 | – | 229.9 | ranked 179 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 3,022 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 6 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 4.92% | – | 4.50% | ranked 144 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 3,270 | 257,230 | 3,573,416 | ranked 278 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 11.9% | 10.6% | 12.8% | ranked 173 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 13.0% | 17.5% | 16.8% | ranked 261 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 16.6% | 16.4% | 14.2% | ranked 95 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 10,601 | 357,393 | 5,970,677 | ranked 141 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 5.8% | 13.0% | 25.8% | ranked 300 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 9.2% | 10.9% | 13.1% | ranked 266 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 61.4% | 73.9% | 77.8% | ranked 300 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 32.2% | 18.3% | 13.6% | ranked 4 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 76.8% | 29.4% | 13.8% | ranked 8 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 1,678 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 80 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 32.5% | 25.1% | 18.6% | ranked 73 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 11.2% | 16.2% | 12.6% | ranked 162 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 4,738 kWh/inh. | 6,360 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 84 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 3,322 | 91,783 | 1,510,274 | ranked 98 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 138.4 | 124.3 | 128.1 | ranked 111 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 11,991 € | 11,769 € | 10,553 € | ranked 58 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 111.5 | 91.1 | 79.5 | ranked 11 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 8.7% | 6.2% | 7.0% | ranked 65 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,431 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 54 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 52,488 | 1,500,610 | 82,011,658 | ranked 134 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 218.7 | 200.9 | 275.0 | ranked 189 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 9.0% | – | 18.4% | ranked 132 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | São João da Madeira | Aveiro | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 20.4% | 18.3% | 13.2% | ranked 43 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: São João da Madeira
Business sectors: São João da Madeira
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade21.3% ×1.5
- Administrative and support services17.7% ×1.1
- Professional, scientific and technical11.5% ×1.1
- Manufacturing9.4% ×2.0
- Other service activities6.4% ×1.3
- Health and social work6.4% ×0.8
- Education5.9% ×1.4
- Accommodation and food services5.3% ×0.6
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of São João da Madeira?
São João da Madeira has 23,991 residents (2025), ranking 111 of 308 municipalities.
How big is São João da Madeira?
São João da Madeira covers 7.9 km², with a density of 3,022 people per km².
Is the population of São João da Madeira growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of São João da Madeira went from 22,867 to 23,991, a change of +4.9%.
Where is São João da Madeira?
São João da Madeira is in Aveiro. Latitude 40.900, longitude −8.500.
Rented usual residences: what is the figure for São João da Madeira?
In São João da Madeira, “Rented usual residences” stands at 32.2% (2021), ranking 4 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 13.6%.
Population density (inhabitants per km²): what is the figure for São João da Madeira?
In São João da Madeira, “Population density (inhabitants per km²)” stands at 3,022 inh./km² (2025), ranking 6 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 69.6 inh./km².
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in São João da Madeira?
In São João da Madeira, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 35° produces about 1,428 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border São João da Madeira?
The nearest to São João da Madeira are Santa Maria da Feira (4.6 km), Oliveira de Azeméis (7.5 km), Vale de Cambra (10 km), Ovar (12 km), Espinho (17 km).
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