Vila da Praia da Vitória: population and statistics
Vila da Praia da Vitória has a population of 19,848 (2025) across 161.3 km², or 123 people per km². It ranks 126 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +0.6% between 2021 and 2025.
- 19,848 residents
- 161.3 km²
- 123 people/km²
- 26 m
Key points
Among the 19 municipalities in Região Autónoma dos Açores, Vila da Praia da Vitória ranks No. 4 by population.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: 7.6% in Vila da Praia da Vitória, compared with an average of 9.7% in Região Autónoma dos Açores and 13.3% nationally.
Usual residences with central heating: 2.7% in Vila da Praia da Vitória, compared with an average of 2.9% in Região Autónoma dos Açores and 13.8% nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 29.0% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 31° generates about 1,289 kWh a year here.
Vila da Praia da Vitória in numbers
Where is Vila da Praia da Vitória?
Population of Vila da Praia da Vitória over time
Vila da Praia da Vitória had 19,726 residents in 2021 and 19,848 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 19,726 |
| 2022 | 19,673 |
| 2023 | 19,740 |
| 2024 | 19,781 |
| 2025 | 19,848 |
Did you know?
- “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”: lower than in 94% of municipalities.
- “Usual residences with central heating”: lower than in 93% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 22,587 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Angra do Heroísmo (34,774 residents), 16 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 5,156 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
All indicators for Vila da Praia da Vitória
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 da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 22.0% | 18.9% | 26.9% | ranked 249 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 13.0% | 13.6% | 11.7% | ranked 52 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 168.7 | – | 229.9 | ranked 260 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 123.1 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 114 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 0.62% | – | 4.50% | ranked 245 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Vila da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 8,932 | 100,478 | 3,573,416 | ranked 141 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 18.5% | 15.1% | 12.8% | ranked 71 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 22.2% | 22.6% | 16.8% | ranked 55 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 7.6% | 9.7% | 14.2% | ranked 285 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 9,751 | 113,159 | 5,970,677 | ranked 153 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 9.5% | 10.8% | 25.8% | ranked 266 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 14.6% | 12.2% | 13.1% | ranked 114 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 74.8% | 74.6% | 77.8% | ranked 197 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 17.4% | 17.2% | 13.6% | ranked 95 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 4.7% | 11.4% | 13.8% | ranked 260 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 1,332 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 120 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Vila da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 73.9% | 76.7% | 18.6% | ranked 24 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 2.7% | 2.9% | 12.6% | ranked 284 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 3,486 kWh/inh. | 3,350 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 184 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Vila da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 2,582 | 31,396 | 1,510,274 | ranked 120 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 130.8 | 129.0 | 128.1 | ranked 143 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 11,990 € | 12,184 € | 10,553 € | ranked 59 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 83.6 | 87.8 | 79.5 | ranked 119 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Vila da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 6.0% | 6.9% | 7.0% | ranked 213 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,343 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 95 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Vila da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 92,870 | 3,109,259 | 82,011,658 | ranked 97 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 468.7 | 1,270 | 275.0 | ranked 102 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 22.9% | – | 18.4% | ranked 64 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Vila da Praia da Vitória | Região Autónoma dos Açores | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 13.2% | 16.0% | 13.2% | ranked 153 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Vila da Praia da Vitória
Business sectors: Vila da Praia da Vitória
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing29.0% ×3.6
- Administrative and support services13.9% ×0.9
- Wholesale and retail trade11.3% ×0.8
- Accommodation and food services8.1% ×1.0
- Professional, scientific and technical6.1% ×0.6
- Construction6.0% ×0.8
- Health and social work6.0% ×0.8
- Other service activities5.3% ×1.0
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Vila da Praia da Vitória?
Vila da Praia da Vitória has 19,848 residents (2025), ranking 126 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Vila da Praia da Vitória?
Vila da Praia da Vitória covers 161.3 km², with a density of 123 people per km².
Is the population of Vila da Praia da Vitória growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Vila da Praia da Vitória went from 19,726 to 19,848, a change of +0.6%.
Where is Vila da Praia da Vitória?
Vila da Praia da Vitória is in Região Autónoma dos Açores. Latitude 38.733, longitude −27.067.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: what is the figure for Vila da Praia da Vitória?
In Vila da Praia da Vitória, “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair” stands at 7.6% (2021), ranking 285 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 14.2%.
Usual residences with central heating: what is the figure for Vila da Praia da Vitória?
In Vila da Praia da Vitória, “Usual residences with central heating” stands at 2.7% (2021), ranking 284 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 12.6%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Vila da Praia da Vitória?
In Vila da Praia da Vitória, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 31° produces about 1,289 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Vila da Praia da Vitória?
The nearest to Vila da Praia da Vitória are Angra do Heroísmo (16 km), Calheta (Açores) (84 km), Santa Cruz da Graciosa (91 km), Velas (99 km), Lajes do Pico (109 km).
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