County Profile · Census 2022
County Leitrim — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
Ireland's least populated county, with a dramatic landscape of lakes and mountains. Carrick-on-Shannon has become a popular tourist and residential destination. Consistently the most affordable housing in Ireland.
Key statistics — County Leitrim
Employment Rate
52.84%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
42.25%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
70.82%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
14.73%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
9.27%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
35199
County avg · Census 2022
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Top electoral divisions by employment — Leitrim
The electoral divisions within County Leitrim with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. GLENBOY | 65.3% |
| 2. DRUMARD | 63% |
| 3. ANNADUFF | 62.8% |
| 4. RINN | 61.1% |
| 5. GLENADE | 60.3% |
| 6. BREANDRUM | 59.5% |
Explore Leitrim on the map
See every electoral division in Leitrim — 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 Leitrim · Electoral Division averages
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Leitrim?
The population of County Leitrim was 35,199 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 Leitrim?
The employment rate in County Leitrim was 52.84% 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 Leitrim.
What is the home ownership rate in County Leitrim?
70.82% of households in County Leitrim 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.