Lajes do Pico: population and statistics
Lajes do Pico has a population of 4,575 (2025) across 155.3 km², or 29.5 people per km². It ranks 265 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +3.4% between 2021 and 2025.
- 4,575 residents
- 155.3 km²
- 30 people/km²
- 129 m
Key points
Among the 19 municipalities in Região Autónoma dos Açores, Lajes do Pico ranks No. 12 by population.
Buildings built since 2001: 33.7% in Lajes do Pico, compared with an average of 22.6% in Região Autónoma dos Açores and 17.3% nationally.
Usual residences with central heating: 1.7% in Lajes do Pico, compared with an average of 2.9% in Região Autónoma dos Açores and 13.8% nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 39.1% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 29° generates about 1,233 kWh a year here.
Lajes do Pico in numbers
Where is Lajes do Pico?
Population of Lajes do Pico over time
Lajes do Pico had 4,426 residents in 2021 and 4,575 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,426 |
| 2022 | 4,453 |
| 2023 | 4,530 |
| 2024 | 4,556 |
| 2025 | 4,575 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Região Autónoma dos Açores for “Population aged 65 and over”.
- Number 1 in Região Autónoma dos Açores for “Ageing index (older people per 100 young people)”.
- “Buildings built since 2001”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Usual residences with central heating”: lower than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Unemployment rate”: lower than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 21,752 football pitches.
- Its population density is 4.2 times lower than the national average.
All indicators for Lajes do Pico
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 | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 26.1% | 18.9% | 26.9% | ranked 167 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 11.7% | 13.6% | 11.7% | ranked 149 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 223.2 | – | 229.9 | ranked 162 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 29.5 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 218 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 3.37% | – | 4.50% | ranked 187 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 3,162 | 100,478 | 3,573,416 | ranked 279 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 14.5% | 15.1% | 12.8% | ranked 116 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 33.7% | 22.6% | 16.8% | ranked 3 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 12.4% | 9.7% | 14.2% | ranked 199 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 3,238 | 113,159 | 5,970,677 | ranked 281 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 36.9% | 10.8% | 25.8% | ranked 77 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 11.6% | 12.2% | 13.1% | ranked 205 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 80.2% | 74.6% | 77.8% | ranked 120 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 8.9% | 17.2% | 13.6% | ranked 241 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 1.5% | 11.4% | 13.8% | ranked 297 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 1,079 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 158 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 80.7% | 76.7% | 18.6% | ranked 16 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 1.7% | 2.9% | 12.6% | ranked 294 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 2,936 kWh/inh. | 3,350 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 257 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 773 | 31,396 | 1,510,274 | ranked 250 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 170.6 | 129.0 | 128.1 | ranked 47 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 10,339 € | 12,184 € | 10,553 € | ranked 172 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 72.1 | 87.8 | 79.5 | ranked 227 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 4.0% | 6.9% | 7.0% | ranked 294 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,155 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 256 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 22,182 | 3,109,259 | 82,011,658 | ranked 202 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 485.9 | 1,270 | 275.0 | ranked 98 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 37.5% | – | 18.4% | ranked 28 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Lajes do Pico | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 12.6% | 16.0% | 13.2% | ranked 173 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Lajes do Pico
Business sectors: Lajes do Pico
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing39.1% ×4.9
- Administrative and support services13.2% ×0.8
- Accommodation and food services8.7% ×1.0
- Wholesale and retail trade8.3% ×0.6
- Manufacturing5.2% ×1.1
- Professional, scientific and technical4.9% ×0.5
- Construction4.7% ×0.7
- Arts, entertainment and recreation3.8% ×1.2
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Lajes do Pico?
Lajes do Pico has 4,575 residents (2025), ranking 265 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Lajes do Pico?
Lajes do Pico covers 155.3 km², with a density of 30 people per km².
Is the population of Lajes do Pico growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Lajes do Pico went from 4,426 to 4,575, a change of +3.4%.
Where is Lajes do Pico?
Lajes do Pico is in Região Autónoma dos Açores. Latitude 38.400, longitude −28.250.
Buildings built since 2001: what is the figure for Lajes do Pico?
In Lajes do Pico, “Buildings built since 2001” stands at 33.7% (2021), ranking 3 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 16.8%.
Usual residences with central heating: what is the figure for Lajes do Pico?
In Lajes do Pico, “Usual residences with central heating” stands at 1.7% (2021), ranking 294 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 12.6%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Lajes do Pico?
In Lajes do Pico, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 29° produces about 1,233 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Lajes do Pico?
The nearest to Lajes do Pico are São Roque do Pico (14 km), Madalena (28 km), Calheta (Açores) (30 km), Velas (32 km), Horta (37 km).
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