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

Population19,274

Median Age38.2 yrs

Density1,045/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 Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI11 (Good)

Rain70.9 in/yr

Sunny Days207/yr

Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.5%

Population	19,274
Population Density	1,045 / sq mi
Elevation	26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates	54.9500°, -7.7333°
Timezone	Europe/Dublin
Country	🇮🇪 Ireland
State / Province	Ulster
Average Temperature	48°F (9°C)
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation	70.9 inches (1,802 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	38.2 years

Is Letterkenny a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Letterkenny 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. Letterkenny 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

Letterkenny experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Letterkenny has a population of 19,274 with a density of 1,045 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,274

Total Population

1,045

People / sq mi

38.2yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

18.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Letterkenny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Letterkenny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Letterkenny is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Letterkenny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$106,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.6%
	29% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.1%
	99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Letterkenny, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% are current smokers. 4.2% report depression. 71.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Letterkenny vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.4%
	12% below US avg
Diabetes	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	10.6%
Physical Inactivity	71.8%
Depression	4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%

Food & Exercise

Letterkenny has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.9 inches. The area enjoys 207 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)

Annual Average	48.4°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days	207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	70.9 inches
	87% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	11.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	26 ft (8 m)
Area	18.4 sq mi (47.8 km²)
Population Density	1,045/sq mi
Coordinates	54.9500°N, 7.7333°W
Timezone	Europe/Dublin

45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 96.5% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	1,045/sq mi
Total Area	18.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Letterkenny, Ireland

People

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Is Letterkenny a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Letterkenny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Letterkenny vs U.S. Average

Income: Letterkenny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Letterkenny vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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