Latest news and stories about demographics in daily life in Portugal for expats and residents.
Portugal has reached a record population high, but a deepening demographic imbalance shows the elderly population growing five times faster than the working-age workforce.
An analytical examination of the shifting demographic landscape and the political discourse surrounding migration policies, challenging official narratives regarding societal changes.
A Pordata report reveals that Portugal has one of the lowest percentages of children in the European Union, with the under-12 population dropping to 9.8% while facing significant challenges including poverty and long school hours.
The Portuguese government has announced a strategic adjustment to the national retirement age, citing long-term sustainability concerns for the social security system.
Cristina Casalinho explores the vital role of civil society in developing practical solutions for the integration of an unprecedented number of migrants.
The article discusses the growing concerns about sustainability in the workplace, emphasizing the need to balance organizational development, economic growth, environmental protection, and community well-being. It highlights the challenges posed by an aging workforce in Portugal, where recruitment difficulties and talent retention issues are becoming more pronounced. The article also addresses gender disparities in the workforce, particularly the prevalence of part-time work among women and the implications for productivity and career opportunities. It calls for a demographic analysis within organizations to adapt health support and public policies that promote sustainable practices, benefiting individuals, organizations, and society as a whole.
Couples are 10 years older than they were in 1990
Data shows an increase in the number of births in Portugal during the first six months of 2026 relative to the same period in the previous year.
Heel prick test data indicate over 43,000 births in the first six months of 2026. Lisbon, Porto, Setúbal, and Braga were the districts where the most babies were born.
In the first six months of 2026, the districts with the most births were Lisbon, Porto, Setúbal, and Braga.
The number has risen by 931 compared to the same period in 2025, reinforcing the growth trend. Lisbon, Porto, and Setúbal are the districts with the most births. January is the month in which the most babies are born.
The number of Brazilian citizens registered to vote in Portugal has increased by 66%.
The number of Brazilians living abroad reached a record high in 2025, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Portugal hosts the second-largest group of citizens, behind the United States.
Portugal ranks as the third most aged nation in the EU, with a ratio of 182 seniors for every 100 youths.
The number of people who do not share a home with anyone has increased by 33% in a decade.
The real question is whether we are planning a country capable of caring for people throughout their entire lives, regardless of age, economic status, or place of residence.
New regulation doubles the incentive that had been in effect since 2022.
In partnership with the IDE Social Hub, the festival is surveying the audience attending the shows in the Portuguese capital. The goal is to understand how diverse the event is in order to define the direction of future editions.
Portuguese households have shrunk over the last 30 years, with a 53% increase in single-person households and a 70% decrease in families of five or more, according to a study by the Centre for Demographic Studies at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. The research highlights that the average household size has dropped from 3.1 to 2.5 members, driven by an ageing population, changing family models, and challenges for young people to move out. While the total number of households has grown by 25.9%, the trend towards smaller, more individualised living arrangements is consistent with patterns observed in Spain.
Demographic data shows a significant decline in the size of Portuguese households over the last thirty years, with large families becoming rare.
An analysis of the origins and geographical distribution of the foreign population residing in Portugal.
An analysis of whether Portuguese urban areas are equipped to handle the country's demographic shift towards an older population.
A report on the demographic shift in Portugal, highlighting the trend of smaller household sizes and increased social isolation over the last thirty years.
Data shows a shift in household composition in Portugal over the last three decades, with an increase in single-person households and a decline in large families.
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There were 3,071 more births in 2025 than in the previous year. More than 25,000 babies have foreign mothers. 836 home births were recorded, and 24 adolescents under the age of 15 became mothers.
There were 3,071 more births in 2025 than in the previous year. More than 25,000 babies have foreign mothers. 836 home births were recorded, and 24 adolescents under the age of 15 became mothers.
The number of women giving birth after the age of 35 continues to rise in Portugal.
