Vila Nova de Foz Côa: population and statistics
Vila Nova de Foz Côa has a population of 5,812 (2025) across 398.1 km², or 14.6 people per km². It ranks 240 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −1.3% between 2021 and 2025.
- 5,812 residents
- 398.1 km²
- 15 people/km²
- 410 m
Key points
Among the 14 municipalities in Guarda, Vila Nova de Foz Côa ranks No. 8 by population.
Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants: 226.0 in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, compared with an average of 137.3 in Guarda and 134.6 nationally.
Population under 15: 8.5% in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, compared with an average of 9.7% in Guarda and 12.4% nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 54.5% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 34° generates about 1,482 kWh a year here.
Vila Nova de Foz Côa in numbers
Where is Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
Population of Vila Nova de Foz Côa over time
Vila Nova de Foz Côa had 5,891 residents in 2021 and 5,812 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,891 |
| 2022 | 5,817 |
| 2023 | 5,837 |
| 2024 | 5,908 |
| 2025 | 5,812 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Guarda for “Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants”.
- “Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Population under 15”: lower than in 94% of municipalities.
- “Median selling price of housing per m²”: lower than in 91% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 55,763 football pitches.
- Its population density is 8.5 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Torre de Moncorvo, 13.4 km away.
All indicators for Vila Nova de Foz Côa
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 | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 37.6% | 34.7% | 26.9% | ranked 32 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 8.5% | 9.7% | 11.7% | ranked 289 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 441.1 | – | 229.9 | ranked 22 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 14.6 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 262 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | −1.34% | – | 4.50% | ranked 274 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 6,028 | 114,698 | 3,573,416 | ranked 196 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 13.6% | 15.0% | 12.8% | ranked 136 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 13.2% | 14.6% | 16.8% | ranked 257 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 15.4% | 15.1% | 14.2% | ranked 124 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 6,516 | 131,320 | 5,970,677 | ranked 204 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 43.8% | 36.1% | 25.8% | ranked 37 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 13.0% | 15.7% | 13.1% | ranked 156 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 77.9% | 81.7% | 77.8% | ranked 153 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 13.2% | 11.7% | 13.6% | ranked 160 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 9.2% | 19.5% | 13.8% | ranked 197 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 467 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 279 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 11.6% | 8.8% | 18.6% | ranked 250 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 22.2% | 32.3% | 12.6% | ranked 88 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 3,858 kWh/inh. | 3,714 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 138 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 1,319 | 19,109 | 1,510,274 | ranked 194 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 226.0 | 137.3 | 128.1 | ranked 10 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 9,786 € | 10,768 € | 10,553 € | ranked 214 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 71.5 | 79.2 | 79.5 | ranked 232 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 6.6% | 6.4% | 7.0% | ranked 178 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,197 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 213 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 13,183 | 481,236 | 82,011,658 | ranked 246 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 225.0 | 345.5 | 275.0 | ranked 186 of 306 |
Education
| Indicator | Vila Nova de Foz Côa | Guarda | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 11.3% | 15.3% | 13.2% | ranked 213 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Business sectors: Vila Nova de Foz Côa
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing54.5% ×6.8
- Wholesale and retail trade10.5% ×0.7
- Accommodation and food services7.1% ×0.8
- Administrative and support services6.3% ×0.4
- Construction4.2% ×0.6
- Manufacturing4.0% ×0.9
- Professional, scientific and technical3.9% ×0.4
- Other service activities2.9% ×0.6
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
Vila Nova de Foz Côa has 5,812 residents (2025), ranking 240 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
Vila Nova de Foz Côa covers 398.1 km², with a density of 15 people per km².
Is the population of Vila Nova de Foz Côa growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Vila Nova de Foz Côa went from 5,891 to 5,812, a change of −1.3%.
Where is Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
Vila Nova de Foz Côa is in Guarda. Latitude 41.083, longitude −7.133.
Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
In Vila Nova de Foz Côa, “Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 226.0 (2023), ranking 10 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 128.1.
Population under 15: what is the figure for Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
In Vila Nova de Foz Côa, “Population under 15” stands at 8.5% (2025), ranking 289 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 11.7%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
In Vila Nova de Foz Côa, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 34° produces about 1,482 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Vila Nova de Foz Côa?
The nearest to Vila Nova de Foz Côa are Torre de Moncorvo (13 km), Mêda (17 km), São João da Pesqueira (23 km), Carrazeda de Ansiães (23 km), Penedono (24 km).
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