People in Donegal had the lowest disposable income in 2021.
Data from the CSO shows it was just over €19,500 – 21% below the state average.
In contrast, Dublin had the highest level of disposable income. Just over €27,900 was the average in the capital.
The midlands and border counties see consistently lower levels of disposable income.
John Daly, economist with the Northern & Western regional assembly, says there are major disparities when it comes to wealth across the country………