Neringa Municipality: population and statistics
Neringa Municipality has a population of 4,451 (2025) across 90.0 km², or 49.5 people per km². It ranks 59 of 60 municipalities by population. Its population is growing: +56.7% between 2015 and 2025.
- 4,451 residents
- 90.0 km²
- 50 people/km²
- 48 m
Key points
Among the 7 municipalities in Klaipėda County, Neringa Municipality ranks No. 7 by population.
Share of population under 15: 8.6% in Neringa Municipality, compared with an average of 15.1% in Klaipėda County and 14.1% nationally.
Number of accommodation establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: 48.3 no. in Neringa Municipality, compared with an average of 3.3 no. in Klaipėda County and 1.1 no. nationally.
A 1 kWp solar panel tilted at 41° generates about 1,041 kWh a year here.
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Klaipėda County for “Population change over 10 years”.
- Number 1 in Klaipėda County for “Number of accommodation establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”.
- “Share of population under 15”: lower than in 99% of municipalities.
- “Number of accommodation establishments per 1,000 inhabitants”: higher than in 99% of municipalities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 12,605 football pitches.
- The nearest more populous municipality is Klaipeda City Municipality (160,885 residents), 18 km away.
- A 4 kWp rooftop solar system here would generate about 4,164 kWh a year, roughly what an average household uses.
Neringa Municipality in numbers
All indicators for Neringa Municipality
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 | Neringa Municipality | Klaipėda County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of population under 15 (2025) | 8.6% | 15.1% | 12.4% | ranked 60 of 60 | |
| Share of population aged 65 and over (2025) | 17.6% | 20.3% | 23.3% | ranked 56 of 60 | |
| Share of women (2025) | 48.8% | 52.0% | 52.6% | ranked 60 of 60 | |
| Median age of the population (2025) | 47.0 years | – | 47.5 | ranked 31 of 60 |
Economy
| Indicator | Neringa Municipality | Klaipėda County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita in the county (county) (2024) | 23.7k€ | 23.7k€ | 19.1k€ |
Employment
| Indicator | Neringa Municipality | Klaipėda County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate in the county (aged 15 and over) (county) (2025) | 4.6% | 4.6% | 6.8% |
Tourism
| Indicator | Neringa Municipality | Klaipėda County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of accommodation establishments (2024) | 206 no. | 1,087 no. | 3,035 no. | ranked 4 of 60 | |
| Number of accommodation establishments per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 48.3 no. | 3.3 no. | 0.7 no. | ranked 1 of 60 | |
| Number of rooms in accommodation establishments (2024) | 1,281 no. | 10,709 no. | 35,020 no. | ranked 7 of 60 |
Population of Neringa Municipality over time
Neringa Municipality had 2,840 residents in 2015 and 4,451 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,482 |
| 2021 | 3,609 |
| 2022 | 3,903 |
| 2023 | 4,090 |
| 2024 | 4,263 |
| 2025 | 4,451 |
Where is Neringa Municipality?
Neighbouring municipalities
- Klaipeda City Municipality18 km · 160,885
- Klaipėda District Municipality24 km · 69,256
- Šilutė District Municipality33 km · 38,181
- Kretinga Municipality40 km · 37,425
- Palanga City Municipality40 km · 18,551
- Rietavas Municipality56 km · 7,048
- Plungė District Municipality61 km · 32,764
- Šilalė District Municipality68 km · 20,530
Sunshine and temperatures: Neringa Municipality
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Neringa Municipality?
Neringa Municipality has 4,451 residents (2025), ranking 59 of 60 municipalities.
How big is Neringa Municipality?
Neringa Municipality covers 90.0 km², with a density of 50 people per km².
Is the population of Neringa Municipality growing?
Between 2015 and 2025, the population of Neringa Municipality went from 2,840 to 4,451, a change of +56.7%.
Where is Neringa Municipality?
Neringa Municipality is in Klaipėda County. Latitude 55.556, longitude 21.117.
Share of population under 15: what is the figure for Neringa Municipality?
In Neringa Municipality, “Share of population under 15” stands at 8.6% (2025), ranking 60 of 60 municipalities; the national median is 12.4%.
Number of accommodation establishments per 1,000 inhabitants: what is the figure for Neringa Municipality?
In Neringa Municipality, “Number of accommodation establishments per 1,000 inhabitants” stands at 48.3 no. (2024), ranking 1 of 60 municipalities; the national median is 0.7 no..
How much electricity does a solar panel produce in Neringa Municipality?
In Neringa Municipality, a 1 kWp south-facing system tilted at 41° produces about 1,041 kWh a year.
Which municipalities border Neringa Municipality?
The nearest to Neringa Municipality are Klaipeda City Municipality (18 km), Klaipėda District Municipality (24 km), Šilutė District Municipality (33 km), Kretinga Municipality (40 km), Palanga City Municipality (40 km).
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