Figueiró dos Vinhos: population and statistics
Figueiró dos Vinhos has a population of 5,421 (2025) across 173.4 km², or 31.3 people per km². It ranks 253 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +1.8% between 2021 and 2025.
- 5,421 residents
- 173.4 km²
- 31 people/km²
- 412 m
Key points
Among the 16 municipalities in Leiria, Figueiró dos Vinhos ranks No. 14 by population.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: 24.1% in Figueiró dos Vinhos, compared with an average of 13.1% in Leiria and 13.3% nationally.
Population aged 65 and over: 36.9% in Figueiró dos Vinhos, compared with an average of 25.0% in Leiria and 23.3% nationally.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 17.8% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 34° generates about 1,528 kWh a year here.
Figueiró dos Vinhos in numbers
Where is Figueiró dos Vinhos?
Population of Figueiró dos Vinhos over time
Figueiró dos Vinhos had 5,326 residents in 2021 and 5,421 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,326 |
| 2022 | 5,335 |
| 2023 | 5,386 |
| 2024 | 5,403 |
| 2025 | 5,421 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Leiria for “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”.
- “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 24,291 football pitches.
- Its population density is 4.0 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Pedrógão Grande, 10.1 km away.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Ansião (12,251 residents), 14 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 6,112 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
All indicators for Figueiró dos Vinhos
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 | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 36.9% | 25.0% | 26.9% | ranked 34 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 9.2% | 12.3% | 11.7% | ranked 264 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 400.8 | – | 229.9 | ranked 38 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 31.3 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 216 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 1.78% | – | 4.50% | ranked 224 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 4,555 | 215,874 | 3,573,416 | ranked 237 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 14.3% | 8.7% | 12.8% | ranked 121 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 14.1% | 18.6% | 16.8% | ranked 229 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 24.1% | 13.1% | 14.2% | ranked 9 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 4,892 | 292,861 | 5,970,677 | ranked 235 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 33.6% | 20.8% | 25.8% | ranked 100 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 18.3% | 13.7% | 13.1% | ranked 41 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 82.8% | 76.9% | 77.8% | ranked 85 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 10.0% | 16.3% | 13.6% | ranked 218 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 10.1% | 28.2% | 13.8% | ranked 185 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 639 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 245 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 17.8% | 24.3% | 18.6% | ranked 167 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 12.7% | 21.4% | 12.6% | ranked 151 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 3,094 kWh/inh. | 5,477 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 239 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 653 | 67,655 | 1,510,274 | ranked 266 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 121.2 | 134.6 | 128.1 | ranked 194 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 9,756 € | 11,436 € | 10,553 € | ranked 217 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 72.4 | 91.7 | 79.5 | ranked 225 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 6.5% | 5.7% | 7.0% | ranked 183 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,158 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 253 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 12,351 | 1,874,395 | 82,011,658 | ranked 253 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 228.2 | 365.4 | 275.0 | ranked 183 of 306 |
Education
| Indicator | Figueiró dos Vinhos | Leiria | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 10.5% | 17.6% | 13.2% | ranked 244 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Figueiró dos Vinhos
Business sectors: Figueiró dos Vinhos
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Wholesale and retail trade17.8% ×1.2
- Construction12.6% ×1.8
- Administrative and support services10.4% ×0.6
- Accommodation and food services9.6% ×1.2
- Professional, scientific and technical9.0% ×0.9
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing7.4% ×0.9
- Health and social work6.7% ×0.9
- Manufacturing5.7% ×1.2
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Figueiró dos Vinhos?
Figueiró dos Vinhos has 5,421 residents (2025), ranking 253 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Figueiró dos Vinhos?
Figueiró dos Vinhos covers 173.4 km², with a density of 31 people per km².
Is the population of Figueiró dos Vinhos growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Figueiró dos Vinhos went from 5,326 to 5,421, a change of +1.8%.
Where is Figueiró dos Vinhos?
Figueiró dos Vinhos is in Leiria. Latitude 39.900, longitude −8.267.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: what is the figure for Figueiró dos Vinhos?
In Figueiró dos Vinhos, “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair” stands at 24.1% (2021), ranking 9 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 14.2%.
Population aged 65 and over: what is the figure for Figueiró dos Vinhos?
In Figueiró dos Vinhos, “Population aged 65 and over” stands at 36.9% (2025), ranking 34 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 26.9%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Figueiró dos Vinhos?
In Figueiró dos Vinhos, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 34° produces about 1,528 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Figueiró dos Vinhos?
The nearest to Figueiró dos Vinhos are Pedrógão Grande (10 km), Castanheira de Pêra (12 km), Alvaiázere (12 km), Ansião (14 km), Penela (18 km).
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