County Profile · Census 2022
County Mayo — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
A large, sparsely populated western county undergoing demographic change. Mayo offers very affordable housing, dramatic landscape, and improving broadband connectivity making it attractive for remote workers.
Key statistics — County Mayo
Employment Rate
52.27%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
39.25%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
72.85%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
15.16%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
8.88%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
137970
County avg · Census 2022
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Top electoral divisions by employment — Mayo
The electoral divisions within County Mayo with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. OWENNADORNAUN/BUNDORRAGHA | 64.9% |
| 2. BURREN | 62.8% |
| 3. CROSSBOYNE | 61.3% |
| 4. SLIEVEMAHANAGH | 61.2% |
| 5. CARAUN | 59.9% |
| 6. CASTLEBAR RURAL | 59.8% |
Explore Mayo on the map
See every electoral division in Mayo — 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 Mayo · Electoral Division averages
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Mayo?
The population of County Mayo was 137,970 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 Mayo?
The employment rate in County Mayo was 52.27% 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 Mayo.
What is the home ownership rate in County Mayo?
72.85% of households in County Mayo 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.