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

Population5,556

Median Age38.2 yrs

Density3,388/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)

Rain43.4 in/yr

Sunny Days257/yr

Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.5%

Population	5,556
Population Density	3,388 / sq mi
Elevation	276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates	53.1969°, -8.5669°
Timezone	Europe/Dublin
Country	🇮🇪 Ireland
State / Province	Connacht
Average Temperature	49°F (10°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	43.4 inches (1,103 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	38.2 years

Is Loughrea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loughrea 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. Loughrea 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

Loughrea 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 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.

Loughrea has a population of 5,556 with a density of 3,388 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,556

Total Population

3,388

People / sq mi

38.2yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%

Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Loughrea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Loughrea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loughrea 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: Loughrea 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 Loughrea, 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: Loughrea 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

Loughrea has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 257 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	49.4°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.4 inches
	14% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	11.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	276 ft (84 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density	3,388/sq mi
Coordinates	53.1969°N, 8.5669°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	3,388/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Loughrea, Ireland

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Is Loughrea a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Loughrea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Loughrea vs U.S. Average

Income: Loughrea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Loughrea 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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