Idanha-a-Nova: population and statistics
Idanha-a-Nova has a population of 8,360 (2025) across 1,416.3 km², or 5.9 people per km². It ranks 201 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +2.5% between 2021 and 2025.
- 8,360 residents
- 1,416.3 km²
- 6 people/km²
- 201 m
Key points
Among the 11 municipalities in Castelo Branco, Idanha-a-Nova ranks No. 5 by population.
Dwellings used as secondary residences: 55.7% in Idanha-a-Nova, compared with an average of 33.5% in Castelo Branco and 15.8% nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 35.0% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 34° generates about 1,577 kWh a year here.
Idanha-a-Nova in numbers
Where is Idanha-a-Nova?
Population of Idanha-a-Nova over time
Idanha-a-Nova had 8,156 residents in 2021 and 8,360 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,156 |
| 2022 | 8,307 |
| 2023 | 8,536 |
| 2024 | 8,440 |
| 2025 | 8,360 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Castelo Branco for “Dwellings used as secondary residences”.
- “Population density (inhabitants per km²)”: lower than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Dwellings used as secondary residences”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100)”: lower than in 92% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 198,367 football pitches.
- Its population density is 21.0 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Castelo Branco (58,197 residents), 25 km away.
All indicators for Idanha-a-Nova
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 | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 38.8% | 31.1% | 26.9% | ranked 22 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 9.3% | 10.8% | 11.7% | ranked 260 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 417.9 | – | 229.9 | ranked 31 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 5.9 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 305 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 2.50% | – | 4.50% | ranked 205 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 12,078 | 116,715 | 3,573,416 | ranked 97 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 17.5% | 13.8% | 12.8% | ranked 79 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 14.3% | 14.3% | 16.8% | ranked 226 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 14.2% | 16.5% | 14.2% | ranked 154 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 12,323 | 152,205 | 5,970,677 | ranked 120 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 55.7% | 33.5% | 25.8% | ranked 3 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 13.4% | 13.8% | 13.1% | ranked 142 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 84.9% | 76.9% | 77.8% | ranked 53 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 6.4% | 16.8% | 13.6% | ranked 281 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 4.0% | 34.3% | 13.8% | ranked 269 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 412 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 286 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 11.1% | 9.8% | 18.6% | ranked 255 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 4.9% | 15.2% | 12.6% | ranked 234 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 4,378 kWh/inh. | 5,524 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 103 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 1,068 | 21,319 | 1,510,274 | ranked 214 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 125.1 | 114.3 | 128.1 | ranked 176 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 9,361 € | 10,949 € | 10,553 € | ranked 257 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 66.6 | 85.6 | 79.5 | ranked 280 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 7.1% | 6.5% | 7.0% | ranked 147 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,262 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 147 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 42,100 | 845,777 | 82,011,658 | ranked 146 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 501.2 | 448.0 | 275.0 | ranked 94 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 5.9% | – | 18.4% | ranked 157 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Idanha-a-Nova | Castelo Branco | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 9.7% | 17.3% | 13.2% | ranked 267 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Idanha-a-Nova
Business sectors: Idanha-a-Nova
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing35.0% ×4.4
- Wholesale and retail trade13.4% ×0.9
- Accommodation and food services11.0% ×1.3
- Administrative and support services6.8% ×0.4
- Construction6.5% ×0.9
- Professional, scientific and technical6.5% ×0.6
- Health and social work4.3% ×0.5
- Manufacturing4.1% ×0.9
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Idanha-a-Nova?
Idanha-a-Nova has 8,360 residents (2025), ranking 201 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Idanha-a-Nova?
Idanha-a-Nova covers 1,416.3 km², with a density of 6 people per km².
Is the population of Idanha-a-Nova growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Idanha-a-Nova went from 8,156 to 8,360, a change of +2.5%.
Where is Idanha-a-Nova?
Idanha-a-Nova is in Castelo Branco. Latitude 39.917, longitude −7.233.
Population density (inhabitants per km²): what is the figure for Idanha-a-Nova?
In Idanha-a-Nova, “Population density (inhabitants per km²)” stands at 5.9 inh./km² (2025), ranking 305 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 69.6 inh./km².
Dwellings used as secondary residences: what is the figure for Idanha-a-Nova?
In Idanha-a-Nova, “Dwellings used as secondary residences” stands at 55.7% (2021), ranking 3 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 25.8%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Idanha-a-Nova?
In Idanha-a-Nova, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 34° produces about 1,577 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Idanha-a-Nova?
The nearest to Idanha-a-Nova are Castelo Branco (25 km), Penamacor (28 km), Fundão (33 km), Covilhã (47 km), Vila Velha de Ródão (47 km).
Coat of arms: CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons · Flag: CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons. Coats of arms and flags are shown for identification only; this site is not affiliated with any public authority.
