Youngest Cities in Leinster

Top 100 cities ranked by youngest cities

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Youngest Cities — Leinster

1 Dublin 38.2

2 South Dublin 38.2

3 Tallaght 38.2

4 Swords 38.2

5 Drogheda 38.2

6 Dundalk 38.2

7 Bray 38.2

8 Dún Laoghaire 38.2

9 Navan 38.2

10 Carlow 38.2

11 Droichead Nua 38.2

12 Sandyford 38.2

13 Balbriggan 38.2

14 Kilkenny 38.2

15 Athlone 38.2

16 Naas 38.2

17 Celbridge 38.2

18 Wexford 38.2

19 Finglas 38.2

20 Greystones 38.2

21 Rathfarnham 38.2

22 An Muileann gCearr 38.2

23 Malahide 38.2

24 Blanchardstown 38.2

25 Leixlip 38.2

26 Donaghmede 38.2

27 Lucan 38.2

28 Kilquade 38.2

29 Knocklyon 38.2

30 Maynooth 38.2

31 Clondalkin 38.2

32 Shankill 38.2

33 Wicklow 38.2

34 Portlaoise 38.2

35 Arklow 38.2

36 Foxrock 38.2

37 Ashbourne 38.2

38 Dundrum 38.2

39 Tullamore 38.2

40 Crumlin 38.2

41 Palmerstown 38.2

42 Rathmines 38.2

43 Marino 38.2

44 Laytown 38.2

45 Jobstown 38.2

46 Donnybrook 38.2

47 Skerries 38.2

48 Cabinteely 38.2

49 Gorey 38.2

50 Oldbawn 38.2

51 Enniscorthy 38.2

52 Athy 38.2

53 Ballyboden 38.2

54 Trim 38.2

55 Portmarnock 38.2

56 An Ros 38.2

57 Balally 38.2

58 Ratoath 38.2

59 Sandymount 38.2

60 Blackrock 38.2

61 Kildare 38.2

62 Beaumont 38.2

63 Ballyfermot 38.2

64 Ballinteer 38.2

65 Rathgar 38.2

66 Castleknock 38.2

67 Howth 38.2

68 Ringsend 38.2

69 Baldoyle 38.2

70 New Ross 38.2

71 Little Bray 38.2

72 Cherry Orchard 38.2

73 Mount Merrion 38.2

74 Portarlington 38.2

75 Longford 38.2

76 Lusk 38.2

77 Terenure 38.2

78 Donnycarney 38.2

79 Donabate 38.2

80 Edenderry 38.2

81 Clane 38.2

82 Dunboyne 38.2

83 Raheny 38.2

84 Booterstown 38.2

85 Templeogue 38.2

86 Sallynoggin 38.2

87 Greenhills 38.2

88 Firhouse 38.2

89 Walkinstown 38.2

90 Newtown Trim 38.2

91 Dalkey 38.2

92 Cherryville 38.2

93 Ballymun 38.2

94 Hartstown 38.2

95 Kinsealy-Drinan 38.2

96 Birr 38.2

97 Sutton 38.2

98 Darndale 38.2

99 Monkstown 38.2

100 Kilcock 38.2

The youngest cities in Leinster by median age tend to be dynamic communities with growing populations and active lifestyles. Dublin has a median age of 38.2 years.

Young median ages often reflect the presence of universities, military bases, or rapidly growing job markets that attract young workers and families. These cities typically have higher birth rates and more demand for schools and family-oriented services.

Cities with younger populations often feature vibrant nightlife, dining scenes, and cultural activities catered to younger demographics, along with strong demand for rental housing and entry-level employment opportunities.

Did You Know?

1. Half of Dublin's population is under 38.2 years old.
2. College towns and military base communities typically have the youngest median ages due to their large populations of 18-24 year olds.
3. Cities with young populations often see faster economic growth and more entrepreneurial activity.

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