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Carrick-on-Suir, Ireland

Munster · 🇮🇪 Ireland

Carrick-on-Suir is a small city in Munster, Ireland with a population of 5,771. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,771 Population 4,654/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population5,771
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density4,654/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$106,819
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.4%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.5%
Population5,771
Population Density4,654 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates52.3492°, -7.4131°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceMunster
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age38.2 years

Is Carrick-on-Suir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carrick-on-Suir receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Carrick-on-Suir stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Carrick-on-Suir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Carrick-on-Suir has a population of 5,771 with a density of 4,654 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,771
Total Population
4,654
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Carrick-on-Suir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Carrick-on-Suir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carrick-on-Suir is N/A. Per capita income is $106,819 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Carrick-on-Suir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$106,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Carrick-on-Suir, 28.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 10.6% report binge drinking. 71.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Carrick-on-Suir vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity71.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Carrick-on-Suir experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density4,654/sq mi
Coordinates52.3492°N, 7.4131°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
December 42°F (5°C) 4.5 in

Carrick-on-Suir has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.4").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,654/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Carrick-on-Suir

What is the population of Carrick-on-Suir?

Carrick-on-Suir has a population of 5,771 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 4,654 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Carrick-on-Suir expensive to live in?

Carrick-on-Suir is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Carrick-on-Suir?

Carrick-on-Suir has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Carrick-on-Suir?

Carrick-on-Suir has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Carrick-on-Suir?

45.0% of adults in Carrick-on-Suir hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Carrick-on-Suir?

The obesity rate in Carrick-on-Suir is 28.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 71.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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