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Kilmessan, Ireland

Leinster · 🇮🇪 Ireland

Kilmessan is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 654. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
654 Population
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.2 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

Population654
Median Age38.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.5%
Population654
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates53.5588°, -6.6590°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceLeinster
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,097 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age38.2 years

Is Kilmessan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kilmessan receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Kilmessan 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

Kilmessan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Kilmessan has a population of 654. 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

654
Total Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kilmessan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kilmessan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kilmessan 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: Kilmessan 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 Kilmessan, 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: Kilmessan 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

Kilmessan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. 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 210 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates53.5588°N, 6.6590°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in

Kilmessan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 41°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.3").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kilmessan

What is the population of Kilmessan?

Kilmessan has a population of 654 residents and is located in Ireland.. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Kilmessan expensive to live in?

Kilmessan 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 Kilmessan?

Kilmessan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Kilmessan?

Kilmessan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kilmessan?

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

How healthy is Kilmessan?

The obesity rate in Kilmessan 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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