Leitrim · Ireland
Salary in Leitrim
Median annual earnings · Source: CSO 2024
€41,162
Median · half earn less, half earn more · methodology
€47,235
Mean (average)
€44,816
National median
County Leitrim is Ireland's least populated county, with an economy centred on agriculture, tourism, and craft industries. Remote working trends have brought some new residents, but wage levels remain among the lowest nationally due to the small local employment base and geographic distance from major economic centres.
Earning in Leitrim: What the Data Shows
Leitrim's salary profile is fundamentally shaped by its status as Ireland's least populated county, with a small and dispersed employment base that cannot support the sectoral diversity found in more urbanised areas. Public sector employment — particularly in healthcare, education, and local government — accounts for a disproportionate share of the county's higher-paying roles, while private sector employment is concentrated in agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and services.
The county has become a notable beneficiary of remote working trends, attracting workers who can earn urban salaries while living in one of Ireland's most affordable and scenic counties. Leitrim's housing costs are among the lowest in the state, meaning that even a modest salary delivers significant purchasing power. This has driven a small but visible influx of remote workers, creatives, and lifestyle migrants.
Leitrim's salary trajectory is gradually improving, but from the lowest base of any Irish county. The structural challenge remains: without a significant employer anchor or urban centre, organic salary growth depends on national trends and policy interventions rather than local economic momentum. The county's future salary profile will likely be determined by how successfully it can attract and retain remote workers who bring external income into the local economy.
Quick Answers
The current median salary in Leitrim is €41,162 and sits 8% below the national median.
The highest-paying local sector is Information and Communication at €62,031, and the gender split is available on the county gender pages.
Use the sector table and age-band links below to move from the county headline into narrower salary pages, or compare Leitrim directly with Dublin.
Salary Analysis
+2.1%
Annual growth (CAGR) since 2011
+5.3%
Real growth (after inflation)
€29,045
After rent (29% of salary on rent)
173%
Sector pay spread (€22,691 – €62,031)
37.5%
Third-level educated (Census 2022)
+9.5%
Population growth 2016–2022
15,648
Live Register (2026 June)
In 2011 prices, today's €41,162 is worth €33,117 — a real increase in purchasing power. CPI data from the CSO.
Salary Range in Leitrim
The middle 50% of workers here earn between €28,345 and €60,595 per year. The full typical range (10th to 90th percentile) runs from €15,871 to €82,878. Nationally, the same middle-50% range is €30,388 to €68,319.
€15,871
10th pct
€28,345
25th pct
€41,217
Median
€60,595
75th pct
€82,878
90th pct
Source: CSO Distribution of Annual Earnings by County (DEA09), 2024.
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Annual figures: CSO 2024 · National quarterly average (Q1 2026): €55,930 annualised · About our data
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Gender Pay Gap
8%
Women earn €39,159 vs men at €42,767 (median)
Cost of Living
€1,010
Avg monthly rent (2025 H2)
€12,117
Annual rent cost
29%
of median salary on rent
Leitrim Profile
35,087
Population (Census 2022)
+9.5%
Growth since 2016
37.5%
Third-level educated
15,648
Live Register (2026 June)
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Salaries by Sector in Leitrim
| Sector | Median Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Information and Communication | €62,031 | |
| Education | €57,183 | |
| Public Administration and Defence; Compulsory Social Security | €52,571 | |
| Financial, Insurance and Real Estate Activities | €50,520 | |
| Human Health and Social Work Activities | €43,221 | |
| Transportation and Storage | €41,805 | |
| Construction | €41,260 | |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities | €41,146 | |
| Industry (B to E) | €40,225 | |
| Administrative and Support Service Activities | €33,424 | |
| Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles | €28,517 | |
| Arts, Entertainment, Recreation and Other Service Activities | €22,778 | |
| Accommodation and Food Service Activities | €22,691 |
Salary by Age Group in Leitrim
30 - 39 years
€46,000
40 - 49 years
€45,802
50 - 59 years
€43,723
25 - 29 years
€39,264
60 years and over
€32,948
15 - 24 years
€22,837
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Information and Communication is the top sector here
Information and Communication currently leads Leitrim on median pay.
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30 - 39 years is the strongest age group for earnings in Leitrim.
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