Arruda dos Vinhos: population and statistics
Arruda dos Vinhos has a population of 16,018 (2025) across 78.0 km², or 206 people per km². It ranks 142 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +7.7% between 2021 and 2025.
- 16,018 residents
- 78.0 km²
- 206 people/km²
- 75 m
Key points
Among the 16 municipalities in Lisbon, Arruda dos Vinhos ranks No. 14 by population.
Population under 15: 15.1% in Arruda dos Vinhos, compared with an average of 13.2% in Lisbon and 12.4% 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 1,587 kWh a year here.
Arruda dos Vinhos in numbers
Where is Arruda dos Vinhos?
Population of Arruda dos Vinhos over time
Arruda dos Vinhos had 14,874 residents in 2021 and 16,018 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 14,874 |
| 2022 | 15,378 |
| 2023 | 15,714 |
| 2024 | 15,991 |
| 2025 | 16,018 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Lisbon for “Population under 15”.
- Number 1 in Lisbon for “Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local)”.
- “Population under 15”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local)”: higher than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Declared gross income per inhabitant”: higher than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 10,919 football pitches.
- The nearest municipality is Sobral de Monte Agraço, 8.1 km away.
All indicators for Arruda 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 | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 17.9% | 20.2% | 26.9% | ranked 295 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 15.1% | 13.2% | 11.7% | ranked 4 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 118.8 | – | 229.9 | ranked 303 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 205.5 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 73 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 7.69% | – | 4.50% | ranked 77 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 4,684 | 365,844 | 3,573,416 | ranked 231 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 12.9% | 14.2% | 12.8% | ranked 151 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 23.1% | 14.1% | 16.8% | ranked 44 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 13.0% | 11.1% | 14.2% | ranked 182 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 6,698 | 1,188,665 | 5,970,677 | ranked 200 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 8.7% | 9.2% | 25.8% | ranked 274 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 12.3% | 11.1% | 13.1% | ranked 180 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 73.6% | 62.8% | 77.8% | ranked 216 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 18.3% | 30.0% | 13.6% | ranked 77 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 35.5% | 76.1% | 13.8% | ranked 61 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 2,070 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 57 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 29.9% | 34.6% | 18.6% | ranked 83 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 9.1% | 8.6% | 12.6% | ranked 180 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 2,772 kWh/inh. | 3,519 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 272 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 2,030 | 386,981 | 1,510,274 | ranked 144 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 129.2 | 148.6 | 128.1 | ranked 149 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 13,866 € | 14,038 € | 10,553 € | ranked 13 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 102.8 | 124.4 | 79.5 | ranked 24 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 5.3% | 8.3% | 7.0% | ranked 248 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,388 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 71 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 7,174 | 20,050,750 | 82,011,658 | ranked 274 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 44.8 | 751.9 | 275.0 | ranked 295 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 100.0% | – | 18.4% | ranked 1 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Arruda dos Vinhos | Lisbon | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 23.4% | 29.8% | 13.2% | ranked 23 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Arruda dos Vinhos
Business sectors: Arruda 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
- Administrative and support services15.4% ×0.9
- Professional, scientific and technical10.0% ×1.0
- Health and social work7.0% ×0.9
- Construction6.8% ×1.0
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing6.4% ×0.8
- Education5.6% ×1.3
- Real estate5.4% ×1.3
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Arruda dos Vinhos?
Arruda dos Vinhos has 16,018 residents (2025), ranking 142 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Arruda dos Vinhos?
Arruda dos Vinhos covers 78.0 km², with a density of 206 people per km².
Is the population of Arruda dos Vinhos growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Arruda dos Vinhos went from 14,874 to 16,018, a change of +7.7%.
Where is Arruda dos Vinhos?
Arruda dos Vinhos is in Lisbon. Latitude 38.983, longitude −9.067.
Population under 15: what is the figure for Arruda dos Vinhos?
In Arruda dos Vinhos, “Population under 15” stands at 15.1% (2025), ranking 4 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 11.7%.
Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local): what is the figure for Arruda dos Vinhos?
In Arruda dos Vinhos, “Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local)” stands at 100.0% (2025), ranking 1 of 178 municipalities; the national median is 18.4%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Arruda dos Vinhos?
In Arruda dos Vinhos, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 34° produces about 1,587 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Arruda dos Vinhos?
The nearest to Arruda dos Vinhos are Sobral de Monte Agraço (8.1 km), Vila Franca de Xira (8.1 km), Alenquer (8.6 km), Loures (19 km), Azambuja (20 km).
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