Almeirim: population and statistics
Almeirim has a population of 24,167 (2025) across 222.1 km², or 109 people per km². It ranks 109 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +6.9% between 2021 and 2025.
- 24,167 residents
- 222.1 km²
- 109 people/km²
- 8 m
Key points
Among the 21 municipalities in Santarém, Almeirim ranks No. 10 by population.
Dwellings used as secondary residences: 7.4% in Almeirim, compared with an average of 16.5% in Santarém and 15.8% nationally.
Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants: 100.0 in Almeirim, compared with an average of 405.7 in Santarém and 722.7 nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 25.8% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 34° generates about 1,585 kWh a year here.
Almeirim in numbers
Where is Almeirim?
Population of Almeirim over time
Almeirim had 22,611 residents in 2021 and 24,167 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 22,611 |
| 2022 | 23,308 |
| 2023 | 23,783 |
| 2024 | 23,950 |
| 2025 | 24,167 |
Did you know?
- “Dwellings used as secondary residences”: lower than in 93% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 31,109 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Santarém (69,392 residents), 5.3 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 6,340 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
All indicators for Almeirim
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 | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 24.8% | 25.9% | 26.9% | ranked 193 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 12.7% | 12.4% | 11.7% | ranked 71 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 195.7 | – | 229.9 | ranked 204 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 108.8 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 118 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 6.88% | – | 4.50% | ranked 94 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 9,294 | 209,481 | 3,573,416 | ranked 137 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 6.7% | 14.1% | 12.8% | ranked 276 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 18.4% | 16.3% | 16.8% | ranked 115 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 9.1% | 15.4% | 14.2% | ranked 266 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 12,139 | 269,099 | 5,970,677 | ranked 122 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 7.4% | 16.5% | 25.8% | ranked 283 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 18.2% | 17.0% | 13.1% | ranked 43 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 78.2% | 76.3% | 77.8% | ranked 149 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 13.1% | 15.7% | 13.6% | ranked 163 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 27.4% | 28.2% | 13.8% | ranked 85 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 1,463 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 101 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 19.5% | 18.9% | 18.6% | ranked 146 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 5.5% | 10.0% | 12.6% | ranked 217 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 3,697 kWh/inh. | 5,083 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 153 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 2,944 | 49,990 | 1,510,274 | ranked 109 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 123.8 | 109.6 | 128.1 | ranked 181 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 10,800 € | 11,476 € | 10,553 € | ranked 134 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 88.2 | 89.6 | 79.5 | ranked 85 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 7.3% | 6.4% | 7.0% | ranked 136 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,343 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 97 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 24,050 | 1,894,213 | 82,011,658 | ranked 194 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 100.0 | 405.7 | 275.0 | ranked 247 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 20.5% | – | 18.4% | ranked 74 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Almeirim | Santarém | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 15.7% | 16.8% | 13.2% | ranked 94 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Almeirim
Business sectors: Almeirim
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing25.8% ×3.2
- Wholesale and retail trade18.1% ×1.3
- Administrative and support services12.5% ×0.8
- Professional, scientific and technical6.9% ×0.7
- Construction6.7% ×0.9
- Health and social work6.5% ×0.8
- Accommodation and food services5.0% ×0.6
- Other service activities4.1% ×0.8
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Almeirim?
Almeirim has 24,167 residents (2025), ranking 109 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Almeirim?
Almeirim covers 222.1 km², with a density of 109 people per km².
Is the population of Almeirim growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Almeirim went from 22,611 to 24,167, a change of +6.9%.
Where is Almeirim?
Almeirim is in Santarém. Latitude 39.217, longitude −8.633.
Dwellings used as secondary residences: what is the figure for Almeirim?
In Almeirim, “Dwellings used as secondary residences” stands at 7.4% (2021), ranking 283 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 25.8%.
Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants: what is the figure for Almeirim?
In Almeirim, “Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants” stands at 100.0 (2025), ranking 247 of 306 municipalities; the national median is 275.0.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Almeirim?
In Almeirim, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 34° produces about 1,585 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Almeirim?
The nearest to Almeirim are Santarém (5.3 km), Alpiarça (6.3 km), Cartaxo (15 km), Chamusca (20 km), Golegã (24 km).
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