Mondim de Basto: population and statistics
Mondim de Basto has a population of 6,252 (2025) across 172.1 km², or 36.3 people per km². It ranks 233 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +0.7% between 2021 and 2025.
- 6,252 residents
- 172.1 km²
- 36 people/km²
- 156 m
Key points
Among the 14 municipalities in Vila Real, Mondim de Basto ranks No. 8 by population.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: 27.7% in Mondim de Basto, compared with an average of 15.6% in Vila Real and 13.3% nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 28.4% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 35° generates about 1,362 kWh a year here.
Mondim de Basto in numbers
Where is Mondim de Basto?
Population of Mondim de Basto over time
Mondim de Basto had 6,208 residents in 2021 and 6,252 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,208 |
| 2022 | 6,223 |
| 2023 | 6,215 |
| 2024 | 6,233 |
| 2025 | 6,252 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Vila Real for “Buildings built since 2001”.
- Number 1 in Vila Real for “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”.
- “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Average monthly earnings of employees”: lower than in 97% of municipalities.
- “Declared gross income per inhabitant”: lower than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 24,101 football pitches.
- Its population density is 3.4 times lower than the national average.
All indicators for Mondim de Basto
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 | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 31.4% | 32.5% | 26.9% | ranked 89 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 9.8% | 10.2% | 11.7% | ranked 248 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 320.9 | – | 229.9 | ranked 66 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 36.3 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 202 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | 0.71% | – | 4.50% | ranked 244 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 4,115 | 119,688 | 3,573,416 | ranked 251 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 6.0% | 11.8% | 12.8% | ranked 287 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 27.7% | 17.2% | 16.8% | ranked 13 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 27.7% | 15.6% | 14.2% | ranked 4 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 4,582 | 142,736 | 5,970,677 | ranked 250 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 37.3% | 33.8% | 25.8% | ranked 72 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 7.6% | 10.9% | 13.1% | ranked 298 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 80.8% | 80.3% | 77.8% | ranked 102 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 11.3% | 12.7% | 13.6% | ranked 196 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 11.5% | 21.7% | 13.8% | ranked 171 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 852 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 190 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 14.3% | 11.0% | 18.6% | ranked 210 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 22.9% | 30.2% | 12.6% | ranked 85 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 2,660 kWh/inh. | 3,212 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 281 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 726 | 30,702 | 1,510,274 | ranked 256 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 116.8 | 164.5 | 128.1 | ranked 214 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 8,557 € | 10,158 € | 10,553 € | ranked 296 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 66.1 | 80.4 | 79.5 | ranked 285 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 9.2% | 7.8% | 7.0% | ranked 50 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,088 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 298 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 55,177 | 727,979 | 82,011,658 | ranked 132 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 883.9 | 389.0 | 275.0 | ranked 49 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 19.3% | – | 18.4% | ranked 84 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | Mondim de Basto | Vila Real | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 9.8% | 16.0% | 13.2% | ranked 266 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: Mondim de Basto
Business sectors: Mondim de Basto
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing28.4% ×3.6
- Wholesale and retail trade14.3% ×1.0
- Accommodation and food services10.6% ×1.3
- Administrative and support services8.4% ×0.5
- Construction7.4% ×1.0
- Manufacturing5.5% ×1.2
- Professional, scientific and technical5.0% ×0.5
- Health and social work5.0% ×0.6
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Mondim de Basto?
Mondim de Basto has 6,252 residents (2025), ranking 233 of 308 municipalities.
How big is Mondim de Basto?
Mondim de Basto covers 172.1 km², with a density of 36 people per km².
Is the population of Mondim de Basto growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of Mondim de Basto went from 6,208 to 6,252, a change of +0.7%.
Where is Mondim de Basto?
Mondim de Basto is in Vila Real. Latitude 41.400, longitude −7.950.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: what is the figure for Mondim de Basto?
In Mondim de Basto, “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair” stands at 27.7% (2021), ranking 4 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 14.2%.
Average monthly earnings of employees: what is the figure for Mondim de Basto?
In Mondim de Basto, “Average monthly earnings of employees” stands at 1,088 € (2024), ranking 298 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 1,258 €.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Mondim de Basto?
In Mondim de Basto, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 35° produces about 1,362 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Mondim de Basto?
The nearest to Mondim de Basto are Celorico de Basto (4.6 km), Cabeceiras de Basto (14 km), Ribeira de Pena (18 km), Amarante (18 km), Fafe (19 km).
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