Population development and taxation
During the past 3 years, the number of residents in Penthalaz has changed by -0.31%, to 3197 inhabitants.
The amount of tax levied is determined by various factors. On the one hand, the population's income level plays a role, as larger incomes generally mean higher taxes. On the other hand, the rates of the different types of tax (federal, cantonal, communal and personal tax) additionally impact the level of tax. Additional factors can include the tax policy or financial situation of the canton or municipality in question. The functions and services that are financed by tax revenue can also influence the tax charge. Currently, the tax rate is 72.5%. In Penthalaz, the following average tax rates are in effect: 19.82% for unmarried people with no children, 18.24% for retired couples, 9.09% for married couples with 2 children and 12.83% for childless couples. The rate of taxation is 72.5% in the locality. The rate of unemployment is 1.63% and the average annual income of the population is CHF 68’915.
Housing stock
There are a total of 1526 flats in Penthalaz. The housing stock is sub-divided into 48 flats with 1 room, 238 2-room flats, 562 3-room flats and 407 flats with 4 rooms. Additionally, there are 185 5-room flats and 86 flats with 6 rooms or more.
Untenanted flats
In Penthalaz, 0.2% of flats are vacant. For instance, 0.42% of all flats with 2 rooms, 0.18% of flats with three rooms as well as 0.25% of four-room flats are currently empty.
Newly built properties
Over the last 5 years, the number of flats constructed in Penthalaz has changed by 27. 19 of the properties have 2 rooms. In addition, the area acquired 2 flats with 3 rooms and 2 4-room flats. Ultimately, there are 3 new flats with five rooms and 1 flat with 6 or more rooms.
Flats to let
Rental flats are available for an average monthly cost of CHF 1650. One quarter of all rents on offer are equal to or are less than a monthly rent of CHF 1440. Lastly, seventy-five per cent of rents are CHF 1932 or less.
