County Profile · Census 2022
County Dublin — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
Ireland's capital and largest county, home to over 1.4 million people. Dense, diverse, and economically dominant — Dublin has the country's highest rental costs, strongest employment, and most varied demographics.
Key statistics — County Dublin
Employment Rate
58.77%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
50.24%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
58.45%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
24.14%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
8.2%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
1458154
County avg · Census 2022
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Top electoral divisions by employment — Dublin
The electoral divisions within County Dublin with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. USHERS A | 76.7% |
| 2. RATHMINES WEST A | 72.9% |
| 3. RATHMINES WEST B | 71.6% |
| 4. KILMAINHAM B | 71.4% |
| 5. PEMBROKE WEST A | 71.3% |
| 6. SOUTH DOCK | 71.3% |
Explore Dublin on the map
See every electoral division in Dublin — hover to inspect Census 2022 figures. Ask the AI analyst about any area for a plain-language explanation of what the data means.
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Data: CSO Census 2022 · County Dublin · Electoral Division averages
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Dublin?
The population of County Dublin was 1,458,154 in Census 2022. IrelandInsights maps population at electoral division level — hover any area on the map to see its exact figure.
What is the employment rate in County Dublin?
The employment rate in County Dublin was 58.77% in Census 2022, measuring the share of people aged 15 and over who are at work. The national employment rate was 56.09%. IrelandInsights maps employment rates for every electoral division in Dublin.
What is the home ownership rate in County Dublin?
58.45% of households in County Dublin are owner-occupied, according to Census 2022. The national owner-occupancy rate was 65.93%. High ownership rates are typical in rural and commuter counties; Dublin city has lower rates due to rental market pressure.