[1] The population density is 3.63 inhabitants per square kilometre (9.4/sq mi).

Ponsse, one of the world’s largest forest machine manufacturers is headquartered in Vieremä.

Neighbouring municipalities are Iisalmi, Kajaani, Kiuruvesi, Pyhäntä, and Sonkajärvi.

Vieremä has long traditions in folk and religious music, and it is especially known for its active kantele-playing scene.

A kantele camp for young players is organized every summer, and Vieremä church and Kyrönniemi Center of Culture and Religion host many concerts throughout the year.