Almost All Austrian Households Bought Cosmetics in 2024
Industry platform Kosmetik transparent reported that, on average, shoppers made two purchases per month, spending around €10 per transaction.
Fewer Marriages and Divorces in 2024
There was a decline in both marriages and divorces, with a total of 44,924 marriages and 14,344 divorces recorded last year.
Austria’s Birth Rate Hits Record Low
In 2024, 76,873 children were born – a 0.9% decline compared to 2023 – with the average number of children per woman dropping to 1.31.
Austrian Campsites See 8.5M Stays as Growth Continues
Carinthia, Tyrol and Salzburg emerged as the most popular regions, while Lower Austria and Vienna recorded the fewest overnight stays.
Austria Sees 21% Increase in Red-White-Red Cards
The increase is part of the government’s efforts to tackle the shortage of skilled workers and attract talent from abroad.
First-Year Student Numbers at Record High
There have been 48,600 new admissions to public universities in Austria for the winter semester of 2024/25.
Austria Sees Drop in Wrong-Way Drivers in 2024
Despite the decline, two people lost their lives in wrong-way driver accidents, while one was seriously injured.
Austrian Retail Rises in 2024 Despite Economic Gloom
The country’s retail sector saw sales rise by 2.7% in nominal terms and 0.9% in real terms in 2024, reaching €77.2 billion.
More Households and Businesses Switch Energy Suppliers
A total of 377,840 customers switched electricity and gas suppliers in 2024, representing a switching rate of 4.7%.
Austrian Tourism Rebounds After Pandemic
The Austrian travel tourism industry has not only recovered but, in some cases, surpassed pre-pandemic levels.