County Profile · Census 2022
County Galway — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
A cultural and economic hub on the west coast. Galway city is known for its student population, tech sector, and arts scene. The wider county spans dramatic Atlantic coastline and Gaeltacht regions.
Key statistics — County Galway
Employment Rate
56%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
48.16%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
66.09%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
20.35%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
7.88%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
277737
County avg · Census 2022
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Top electoral divisions by employment — Galway
The electoral divisions within County Galway with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. KILTHOMAS | 70.5% |
| 2. BALLYBRIT | 68.4% |
| 3. RYEHILL | 66.7% |
| 4. KILCONIERIN | 66.3% |
| 5. RAFORD | 66% |
| 6. CLARINBRIDGE | 65.9% |
Explore Galway on the map
See every electoral division in Galway — 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 Galway · Electoral Division averages
· cso.ie/census
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Galway?
The population of County Galway was 277,737 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 Galway?
The employment rate in County Galway was 56% 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 Galway.
What is the home ownership rate in County Galway?
66.09% of households in County Galway 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.