County Profile · Census 2022
County Tipperary — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
Ireland's largest inland county, with a diverse economy spanning agriculture, pharma, and manufacturing. Clonmel and Thurles are the main centres. Housing is among the most affordable in Munster.
Key statistics — County Tipperary
Employment Rate
54.38%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
38.41%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
69.33%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
13.43%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
7.71%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
167895
County avg · Census 2022
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Top electoral divisions by employment — Tipperary
The electoral divisions within County Tipperary with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. BORRISNOE | 74.2% |
| 2. BALLYCLERAHAN | 67.4% |
| 3. CARRIG | 65.8% |
| 4. BALLYLUSKY | 65.7% |
| 5. BOURNEY EAST | 65% |
| 6. DOLLA | 64.9% |
Explore Tipperary on the map
See every electoral division in Tipperary — 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 Tipperary · Electoral Division averages
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Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Tipperary?
The population of County Tipperary was 167,895 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 Tipperary?
The employment rate in County Tipperary was 54.38% 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 Tipperary.
What is the home ownership rate in County Tipperary?
69.33% of households in County Tipperary 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.