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Kinsale, Ireland

Munster · 🇮🇪 Ireland

Kinsale is a small city in Munster, Ireland with a population of 5,281. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,281 Population
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.4 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

Population5,281
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.5%
Population5,281
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates51.7075°, -8.5306°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceMunster
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,103 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age38.2 years

Is Kinsale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinsale 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. Kinsale 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

Kinsale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Kinsale has a population of 5,281. 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

5,281
Total Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinsale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kinsale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinsale 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: Kinsale 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 Kinsale, 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: Kinsale 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

Kinsale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 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 148 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates51.7075°N, 8.5306°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
July 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.1 in

Kinsale has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 43°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (2.2").

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 Kinsale

What is the population of Kinsale?

Kinsale has a population of 5,281 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 Kinsale expensive to live in?

Kinsale 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 Kinsale?

Kinsale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Kinsale?

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

How are the schools in Kinsale?

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

How healthy is Kinsale?

The obesity rate in Kinsale 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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