Categories in Overpelt
Auto Parts StoreCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceGas StationUsed car dealersCommercial PrinterDairy FarmImport Export CompanyMetal Processing CompanyWholesalersWindow SupplierClothing storesMen's clothingChapelChurchesDay Care CenterGovernment OfficeMailing ServicePost OfficeRecycling CenterComputer ConsultantElectronics StoreIT Support & Recovery ServicesSoftware CompanyArchitectsBuilding Construction ContractorBuilding Materials StoreCarpentryConstruction of buildingsContractorDry Wall ContractorElectrical Installation ServiceElectricianGeneral contractorsHeating installation and repairKitchen Furniture StorePainting and paint contractorsPlumbing installation and repairResidential BuildingRoofing contractorWoodworkerCoaching CenterEducationPrimary and elementary schoolsPrivate Educational InstituteArtistCultural CenterEntertainerInterior Fitting ContractorPhotographer
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Overpelt
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 97 | 17 years |
| Corporate management | 75 | 23 years |
| Beauty salons | 64 | — |
| Health and medical | 54 | — |
| Sports other | 51 | — |
| Other construction | 48 | 21 years |
| Hardware store | 48 | 32 years |
| Hairdressers | 45 | — |
| Shopping | 43 | 35 years |
| Construction of buildings | 37 | 26 years |
| Electrical installation | 35 | — |
| Sports clubs | 35 | — |
| Real estate | 35 | 25 years |
| Accountants | 33 | — |
| Car repair | 30 | — |
| Cafes | 30 | — |
| Wholesale of construction supplies | 29 | 28 years |
Overpelt Facts
| Area | 10.0 km² |
| Population | 7,611 |
| Male Population | 3,834 (50.4%) |
| Female Population | 3,777 (49.6%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +16.1% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +28.0% |
| Median Age | 42.8 years (Male: 42.2, Female: 43.4) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $44,618 (2022) |
| Neighborhoods | Herselt, Vorselaar, Mol, Achel, Rumst |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central European Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 51.21038, 5.41557 |
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Overpelt Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,555 | 6,403 | 5,944 | 6,775 | 7,611 | 7,678 | 7,734 |
| Population Density | 655.5 / km² | 640.3 / km² | 594.4 / km² | 677.5 / km² | 761.1 / km² | 767.8 / km² | 773.4 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridOverpelt Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 28% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overpelt | +16.1% | +18.9% | +28% |
| Belgium | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Overpelt Median Age
Median Age: 42.8 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overpelt | 42.8 yrs | 43.4 yrs | 42.2 yrs |
| Belgium | 41.3 yrs | 42.5 yrs | 40.3 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Overpelt Population Density
Population Density: 761 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overpelt | 7,611 | 10 km² | 761 / km² |
| Belgium | 11.3 million | 30,664.8 km² | 368 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Overpelt Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1100 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Overpelt
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Overpelt
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Overpelt
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Overpelt
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Overpelt Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $29,442 | $31,285 | $35,520 | $38,167 | $39,440 | $41,215 | $40,870 | $44,618 |
| Total GDP | $449.4M | $497.3M | $580.5M | $643.1M | $701.2M | $772.6M | $795.1M | $872.2M |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Overpelt CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overpelt | 59,935 tn | 7.87 tn | 5,993.5 tons/km² |
| Belgium | 92,691,347 tn | 8.22 tn | 3,022.7 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Overpelt CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 59,935 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 7.87 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 5,993.5 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (4) |
| Earthquake | Low (2) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/8/11 | 7:02 PM | 4.2 | 67.5 km | 6,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/08 | 5:21 PM | 3 | 75.4 km | 2,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 7/13/08 | 1:45 PM | 3.8 | 87.3 km | 4,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 3/11/08 | 6:17 PM | 3.4 | 78.8 km | 10,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 1/24/08 | 3:30 AM | 3.7 | 79.5 km | 10,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 12/12/07 | 2:52 PM | 3.7 | 80.9 km | 5,000 m | Germany | usgs.gov |
| 11/25/07 | 3:10 AM | 3.7 | 90.9 km | 13,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 3/31/07 | 6:46 AM | 3 | 85 km | 15,600 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 11/28/06 | 8:19 AM | 3.1 | 38 km | 4,000 m | The Netherlands | usgs.gov |
| 5/20/05 | 7:38 AM | 3 | 85.5 km | 10,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Overpelt
Overpelt is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Limburg. On January 1, 2006, Overpelt had a total population of 13,435. The total area is 40.85 km² which gives a population density of 329 inhabitants per km². municipality consists of t..
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