Number of inhabitants of Xàbia in 2025
Jávea or Xàbia, its name in Valencian, the co-official language, has a registered population, according to data from the INE (National Institute of Statistics), of 30.642 inhabitants as of January 1, 2025 According to the latest official data from the municipal register, there is a continuous growth in population.
The demographic evolution of the municipality shows a clearly upward trend in recent years. In 2016, Xàbia had 27.225 inhabitants, a figure that has progressively increased until it has exceeded the barrier of 30.000 neighbors in 2024 and consolidate in 2025. In total, the municipality has gained 3.417 inhabitants in less than a decade.
demographic evolution
The growth has been especially significant since 2021, when the population went from 27.983 inhabitants a 28.731 in 2022, beginning a more pronounced increase that continued in 2023 with 29.760 residents and in 2024 with 30.131.
Xàbia, although its population quadruples in the summer season, has always maintained an average of 25.000 to 30.000 inhabitants.
Based on the data officially published at the beginning of each year, the total figures of the resident population in Xàbia are the following:
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 30642 |
| 2024 | 30131 |
| 2023 | 29760 |
| 2022 | 29497 |
| 2021 | 28731 |
| 2020 | 27983 |
| 2019 | 28016 |
| 2018 | 27604 |
| 2017 | 27224 |
| 2016 | 27060 |
| 2015 | 27225 |
| 2014 | 27681 |
| 2013 | 29067 |
| 2012 | 33149 |
| 2011 | 32983 |
| 2010 | 32469 |
| 2009 | 31909 |
| 2008 | 31593 |
| 2007 | 31140 |
| 2006 | 29923 |
| 2005 | 29279 |
| 2004 | 28242 |
| 2003 | 26649 |
| 2002 | 28493 |
| 2001 | 26368 |
| 2000 | 24645 |
| 1999 | 23133 |
| 1998 | 21996 |
| 1997 | 21084 |
Population: by age and sex
The total population of Xàbia is practically equal between both sexes. According to the latest data, the 2025 census reflects a population balance, with 15.360 men y 15.282 women, which confirms the demographic stability of the municipality.
Regarding age, most of the inhabitants are between 30 and 70 years old.
| Age | Both genders | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 years | 944 | 495 | 449 |
| 5-9 years | 1.267 | 653 | 614 |
| 10-14 years | 1.503 | 763 | 740 |
| 15-19 years | 1.411 | 716 | 695 |
| 20-24 years | 1.362 | 703 | 659 |
| 25-29 years | 1.484 | 795 | 689 |
| 30-34 years | 1.487 | 787 | 700 |
| 35-39 years | 1.686 | 820 | 866 |
| 40-44 years | 2.113 | 1.075 | 1.038 |
| 45-49 years | 2.208 | 1.132 | 1.076 |
| 50-54 years | 2.204 | 1.095 | 1.109 |
| 55-59 years | 2.261 | 1.118 | 1.143 |
| 60-64 years | 2.089 | 1.040 | 1.049 |
| 65-69 years | 1.873 | 879 | 994 |
| 70-74 years | 1.674 | 825 | 849 |
| 75-79 years | 1.539 | 745 | 794 |
| 84-84 years | 885 | 404 | 481 |
| 84-89 years | 487 | 203 | 284 |
| 90-94 years | 195 | 76 | 119 |
| 95-99 years | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| + 100 Years Old | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Total | 28.731 | 14.346 | 14.385 |
These data correspond to the 2021 census -pending update-
Foreign population in Xàbia: what countries do they come from?
Xàbia, although as we've mentioned, quadruples its population in the summer—reaching around 150.000 inhabitants—is also a popular choice for many foreigners during the winter for extended stays. A large number of tourists become residents, spending half the year in Xàbia and the other half in their home country.
In fact, of the total population registered in the town of Xàbia, according to information provided by the INE (National Institute of Statistics), 6000 are British, making it one of the highest nationalities in the Valencian Community.
In second place are the Germans – around 2000 residents – followed by the Dutch, French, Italians, and Russians. It is noted that the town is home to a total of 85 nationalities residing in Xàbia each year.
These figures place Xàbia as one of the municipalities in the Marina Alta with greater population dynamism, a growth that is associated with factors such as its attractive residential, the quality of life, the arrival of new residents and the weight of the foreign population.
Most non-nationals come from other countries and come from the following countries (according to 2023 data):
| Country | Residents |
|---|---|
| Rest of Europe (without Spain) | 6058 |
| European Union (without Spain) | 3891 |
| South America | 2321 |
| Africa | 967 |
| Asia | 609 |
| North America | 190 |
| Central America - Caribbean | 63 |
| Oceania | 27 |
Xabieros residing abroad
On the other hand, there are those born in Xàbia who, for various reasons, leave their place of origin to make their way abroad. According to data published by the INE as of November 1, 2021, there are 18 Spaniards over the age of 672 residing abroad and their municipality of origin is Xàbia, the highest figure recorded in the last 12 years.
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| Year | People |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 672 |
| 2020 | 645 |
| 2019 | 598 |
| 2018 | 579 |
| 2017 | 551 |
| 2016 | 516 |
| 2015 | 449 |
| 2014 | 381 |
| 2013 | 344 |
| 2012 | 314 |
| 2011 | 294 |
| 2010 | 269 |
| 2009 | 243 |
How to register
To register as a resident in Xàbia you have to appear with the relevant documentation at the Citizen Service Office (OAC) which is located on Avenida Amanecer 2, a few minutes from old town.
It has decreased since the PSOE entered with Chulvi at the head, the progressives call themselves.
Jávea had 33 thousand inhabitants until now 27 thousand
there is no future for young people the quality of life and the comforts of the town is horrible, there is a lack of labor and many infrastructures and most importantly more investment for young people to be able to guarantee their future.
Yes, but they sell it as a luxury tourist destination.
Exactly. Luxury tourist destination when in reality it is not worth that much. In winter it does not support itself but is sold as the Spanish Monaco. What a mockery for those who struggle through the hardest months to barely survive. Prices for tourists that apply to natives and lifelong residents…… Shame on
⁰The Belgians are missing, also numerous!
Belgium, the “Paradise of Civilization” emptied…not even they want to live there.
The reality of Jávea has been shaped by its own people. Don't complain now about being invaded by foreign fortunes that drive up prices, about the lack of adequate infrastructure, about the prevalence of precarious work... This is the consequence of prioritizing partying over striving for a good education to develop better careers, of simply living off the sale of their ancestors' properties to buy beer without worrying about the consequences of not investing in their own well-being. So don't complain now.
Precarious jobs, laughable salaries and closed houses.
psoepplamismames
There is an error in the text of the article: the third largest nationality residing in Jávea/Xàbia comes from Morocco (with more than 800 people) and not from Colombia, which would be the fourth (with six hundred). Thanks for the article, statistics are always interesting to place the real vision of the municipality.
If the number of registered Moroccans is added 845 official Islamic religion and Pakistan 219 people registered official Islamic religion add up to 1.064 people of this religion in Javea
Exact. And if the number of registered Moroccans is added 845 official Islamic religion and Pakistan 219 people registered official Islamic religion add up to 1.064 people of this religion in Javea
True, although they can't stand each other, they share the same religion, way of life and the same Mosque.
There is an error in the text… No Belgians? I am Belgian and a registered resident in Xàbia since 2018.
With a census? What a new word…
There is an error in the statistics, because the Dutch are not included and there are many of this nationality who live in Xàbia.
They are another plague escaping from their supposedly so intelligent and superior country.
Taking into account the number of nationalities that reside in Xàbia, the international festival could already work harder, every year it is the same, now that due to the pandemic it has not been celebrated, they could do it this year better and, if possible, in a place where there are no roads to cut and where it is not so close to homes, they could begin to consider the idea of taking advantage of some municipal land, which is close to the three urban centers, to prepare it as a fair or event site and start organizing events for everyone can enjoy it
By the way, I've found out that some countries are not represented by their originals, that is, as an example: Mexico led by Venezuelans and Ecuadorians?! Is this logical and normal? He means that, whoever has money, he can do what he wants?
I didn't know that, because it's a real shame because it's not the same to try it from a Mexican who knows the traditional recipe as it is from a person from another country, which can turn out very good but it's not the same grace anymore because it's about knowing the other cultures first-hand, the town hall should have all the nationalities there are, inform them of how they can participate and all that and if there is no Mexican in Xàbia, then they should have the people from the rest of the municipalities and, if necessary, with their respective municipalities. In the same way, the dances they do could be traditional dances from each country because you only see modern dance and that does not fit in an international festival, you can also do parades with the traditional clothes of each country and many more ideas but, anyway , this council only works on its festivities of San Juan and its Moors and Christians, the rest or the residents of the municipality take care of it or nothing, but look what happened with the festivities of Thiviers, which had to be paid for by those of the Association of neighbors and that it was always full, the town hall never helped and yes until the last year that they were done was 2013 because the neighbors no longer gave more of themselves
For that there are the coveted public subsidies. How do you think parties are paid for? But to help the parts of the population with problems there are not enough resources.
Et les Suisses n'existent pas!!!!
You Swiss are neutral, right? It is as if you did not exist. Are you registered in the Register or do you live 6 months here / 6 months there to evade taxes? That is a modality used by many foreigners among other techniques, they are called Swallows. That is why they come and that is why the institutions are interested in keeping Spain: good, beautiful, cheap and bureaucratically full of black holes.
You exaggerate slightly, not all Swiss evade taxes, there are many Swiss who live here all year round, go to Balcón al Mar and see for yourself and the people who do so, yes, it is wrong to do that but if I could I would too would do, I recommend that you look up how much taxes are paid in the rest of the European countries, maybe that way you will understand why people do it
Quel culot, nous payons nos impôts en Suisse et en d'Espagne depuis plus 35 ans et je suis aussi (empradoner) à Javea et beaucoup de mes amis sont résidents et donc ignoranter,
A good accuser ton
It is not illegal if the vit plus 6 mois dans sons d'origine
Ces personnes ont certainement leurs raisons
Beaucoup actively participates in the economy of Javea
Renovation in your home, gardens, poolside entertainment, restaurants
ect…
Why don't you write in Spanish for a start? And stop trying to justify yourselves.
Reply to Chantal: Ignorance and protection against sanctions
Response to Chantal: Ignorance is no excuse.
Belgians in 2020: 308!!!
You live well in Spain, right?
Those who have money live well, that's why they work all their lives in their countries and when they retire they come here because if you worked all your life here they wouldn't even give you enough to buy you sweets. That is why there are fewer and fewer young people in Xàbia because they go to look for work in other places where the salary gives them a living, not like here and that is why the majority of the population are foreigners and retirees. I don't understand why it bothers you so much that they come, they haven't contributed in Spain, they don't receive a pension and they spend all their money here, these people have spent their lives working just like you and I let them enjoy their retirement wherever they want, plus the the vast majority are very good citizens and much more civil than the people here, let's see if we can learn instead of complaining so much
The only one complaining here is you. Is life good or not? That's why our pensioners don't have that overwhelming need to escape to live in other countries like all these groups of foreign retirees. Poor things suffering in their countries.
Please fix the article or make a new one adding all the nationalities there are because Belgium, Holland, Ireland, Costa Rica and surely some more are missing. It is an interesting topic to know the different cultures that we have in the municipality and this would be a good article if they were all added
Switzerland is also missing
Helemaal mee eens, wat een onzinnige statistieken!
This article is more than 2 years old
and that's why they put the 2024 census
A population without businesses, industry, without anything. What do all these people work at?
Hello. Why don't you include the origin of foreigners by country in the 2024 update? I remember that in previous years you did. It would also be interesting to know how many people actually live in Jávea. Because to these, we must add the foreigners who spend a good part of the year here but aren't registered, and those who are here illegally. Since it's clear that the number of undocumented people has increased considerably, just take a walk around the town any day.