County Profile · Census 2022
County Wicklow — Census 2022 Data, Demographics & Area Guide
Known as the "Garden of Ireland" — Wicklow combines scenic quality with Dublin commuter access. High home ownership, strong education levels, and relatively affluent demographics.
Key statistics — County Wicklow
Employment Rate
55.8%
County avg · Census 2022
Third Level Edu.
47.67%
County avg · Census 2022
Home Ownership
71.17%
County avg · Census 2022
Private Renting
13.3%
County avg · Census 2022
Unemployment rate
8.35%
County avg · Census 2022
Population
155851
County avg · Census 2022
See the full Wicklow Census 2022 profile →
Top electoral divisions by employment — Wicklow
The electoral divisions within County Wicklow with the highest employment rates, from Census 2022.
| Electoral Division | Employment Rate |
|---|---|
| 1. IMAEL NORTH | 67% |
| 2. HARTSTOWN | 65.9% |
| 3. BALLINGLEN | 64.6% |
| 4. KILCOOLE | 63.4% |
| 5. IMAEL SOUTH | 62.9% |
| 6. KILPIPE | 62.6% |
Explore Wicklow on the map
See every electoral division in Wicklow — 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 Wicklow · Electoral Division averages
· cso.ie/census
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of County Wicklow?
The population of County Wicklow was 155,851 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 Wicklow?
The employment rate in County Wicklow was 55.8% 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 Wicklow.
What is the home ownership rate in County Wicklow?
71.17% of households in County Wicklow 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.