São João da Pesqueira: population and statistics
São João da Pesqueira has a population of 6,458 (2025) across 266.1 km², or 24.3 people per km². It ranks 228 of 308 municipalities by population. Its population is falling: −1.1% between 2021 and 2025.
- 6,458 residents
- 266.1 km²
- 24 people/km²
- 611 m
Key points
Among the 24 municipalities in Viseu, São João da Pesqueira ranks No. 19 by population.
Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants: 242.9 in São João da Pesqueira, compared with an average of 127.7 in Viseu and 134.6 nationally.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: 25.6% in São João da Pesqueira, compared with an average of 16.7% in Viseu and 13.3% nationally.
Largest business sector: Agriculture, forestry and fishing, with 63.8% of the area's businesses.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 35° generates about 1,513 kWh a year here.
São João da Pesqueira in numbers
Where is São João da Pesqueira?
Population of São João da Pesqueira over time
São João da Pesqueira had 6,530 residents in 2021 and 6,458 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,530 |
| 2022 | 6,540 |
| 2023 | 6,557 |
| 2024 | 6,532 |
| 2025 | 6,458 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Viseu for “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”.
- “Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair”: higher than in 98% of municipalities.
- “Population with completed higher education”: lower than in 96% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 37,270 football pitches.
- Its population density is 5.1 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest municipality is Tabuaço, 14.1 km away.
All indicators for São João da Pesqueira
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 | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population aged 65 and over (2025) | 29.7% | 28.7% | 26.9% | ranked 115 of 307 | |
| Population under 15 (2025) | 10.1% | 11.5% | 11.7% | ranked 238 of 307 | |
| Ageing index (older people per 100 young people) (2025) | 294.2 | – | 229.9 | ranked 88 of 307 | |
| Population density (inhabitants per km²) (2025) | 24.3 inh./km² | – | 69.6 inh./km² | ranked 234 of 307 | |
| Population change between 2021 and 2025 (2025) | −1.10% | – | 4.50% | ranked 270 of 307 |
Housing
| Indicator | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings (2021) | 5,351 | 207,281 | 3,573,416 | ranked 208 of 308 | |
| Buildings built before 1946 (2021) | 12.7% | 11.7% | 12.8% | ranked 158 of 307 | |
| Buildings built since 2001 (2021) | 16.2% | 18.7% | 16.8% | ranked 177 of 307 | |
| Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair (2021) | 25.6% | 16.7% | 14.2% | ranked 8 of 307 | |
| Conventional family dwellings (2021) | 5,641 | 245,876 | 5,970,677 | ranked 219 of 308 | |
| Dwellings used as secondary residences (2021) | 34.3% | 27.4% | 25.8% | ranked 96 of 307 | |
| Vacant dwellings (2021) | 16.9% | 14.0% | 13.1% | ranked 66 of 307 | |
| Owner-occupied usual residences (2021) | 84.3% | 80.7% | 77.8% | ranked 62 of 307 | |
| Rented usual residences (2021) | 8.9% | 12.7% | 13.6% | ranked 241 of 307 | |
| Usual residences in buildings with 3 or more dwellings (2021) | 6.6% | 20.4% | 13.8% | ranked 241 of 307 | |
| Median selling price of housing per m² (2025) | 491 €/m² | – | 1,108 €/m² | ranked 273 of 305 |
Energy
| Indicator | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual residences without heating (2021) | 12.6% | 13.6% | 18.6% | ranked 234 of 307 | |
| Usual residences with central heating (2021) | 29.3% | 32.3% | 12.6% | ranked 47 of 307 | |
| Electricity consumption per inhabitant (2024) | 3,136 kWh/inh. | 4,171 kWh/inh. | 3,690 kWh/inh. | ranked 230 of 307 |
Economy
| Indicator | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprises (2023) | 1,593 | 45,832 | 1,510,274 | ranked 172 of 308 | |
| Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants (2023) | 242.9 | 127.7 | 128.1 | ranked 5 of 307 | |
| Declared gross income per inhabitant (2024) | 8,509 € | 10,408 € | 10,553 € | ranked 299 of 307 | |
| Purchasing power per capita (Portugal = 100) (2023) | 70.8 | 81.7 | 79.5 | ranked 243 of 307 |
Employment
| Indicator | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate (2021) | 5.5% | 7.4% | 7.0% | ranked 238 of 307 | |
| Average monthly earnings of employees (2024) | 1,216 € | – | 1,258 € | ranked 199 of 307 |
Tourism
| Indicator | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight stays in tourist accommodation (2025) | 15,454 | 1,062,144 | 82,011,658 | ranked 233 of 307 | |
| Overnight stays per 100 inhabitants (2025) | 237.9 | 291.8 | 275.0 | ranked 176 of 306 | |
| Share of overnight stays in local accommodation (alojamento local) (2025) | 18.8% | – | 18.4% | ranked 87 of 178 |
Education
| Indicator | São João da Pesqueira | Viseu | National | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population with completed higher education (2021) | 8.8% | 16.1% | 13.2% | ranked 292 of 307 |
Sunshine and temperatures: São João da Pesqueira
Business sectors: São João da Pesqueira
Share of each sector in total businesses; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than nationally.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing63.8% ×8.0
- Wholesale and retail trade7.0% ×0.5
- Administrative and support services5.7% ×0.4
- Accommodation and food services4.3% ×0.5
- Construction3.3% ×0.5
- Manufacturing3.2% ×0.7
- Professional, scientific and technical3.1% ×0.3
- Education2.1% ×0.5
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of São João da Pesqueira?
São João da Pesqueira has 6,458 residents (2025), ranking 228 of 308 municipalities.
How big is São João da Pesqueira?
São João da Pesqueira covers 266.1 km², with a density of 24 people per km².
Is the population of São João da Pesqueira growing?
Between 2021 and 2025, the population of São João da Pesqueira went from 6,530 to 6,458, a change of −1.1%.
Where is São João da Pesqueira?
São João da Pesqueira is in Viseu. Latitude 41.133, longitude −7.400.
Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for São João da Pesqueira?
In São João da Pesqueira, “Enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 242.9 (2023), ranking 5 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 128.1.
Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair: what is the figure for São João da Pesqueira?
In São João da Pesqueira, “Buildings in need of medium or extensive repair” stands at 25.6% (2021), ranking 8 of 307 municipalities; the national median is 14.2%.
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in São João da Pesqueira?
In São João da Pesqueira, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 35° produces about 1,513 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border São João da Pesqueira?
The nearest to São João da Pesqueira are Tabuaço (14 km), Carrazeda de Ansiães (15 km), Penedono (17 km), Alijó (17 km), Sabrosa (21 km).
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