County Profile · Census 2022
County Roscommon — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
A rural midlands county with a low population density and very affordable housing. Roscommon town and Boyle are the main centres. Strong agricultural tradition and improving connectivity to Galway and Dublin.
Key statistics — County Roscommon
Employment Rate
52.73%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
40.3%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
74.09%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
13.72%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
8.39%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
69875
County avg · Census 2022
See the full Roscommon Census 2022 profile →
Top electoral divisions by employment — Roscommon
The electoral divisions within County Roscommon with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. CARNAGH | 64% |
| 2. CREGGA | 63.2% |
| 3. KILBRIDE SOUTH | 62.8% |
| 4. RUSHFIELD | 62.5% |
| 5. ATHLONE WEST RURAL | 61.8% |
| 6. CREEVE | 61.5% |
Explore Roscommon on the map
See every electoral division in Roscommon — 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 Roscommon · Electoral Division averages
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Roscommon?
The population of County Roscommon was 69,875 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 Roscommon?
The employment rate in County Roscommon was 52.73% 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 Roscommon.
What is the home ownership rate in County Roscommon?
74.09% of households in County Roscommon 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.