Facts about Cork

Population

County Cork - Demographics

• 40% of the population is under 25.
• 60% of third-level students are studying engineering,  science or business.
• Cork has the highest number of computer science graduates per 100,000 in
  OECD.
• Cork has the lowest percentage of over 65s in Europe (11%).

Indicators

• The labour-force participation rate of women rose from its low initial level
  to close to the EU average.
• Cork has attracted a larger share of the economic growth than many areas
  outside of Dublin.

Cork - Sustainable Factors

• Business friendly and efficient operating environment.
• Excellent quality of life.
• Extensive educational opportunities.
• Good access roads/railway/airport.
• Effective telecommunications, including broadband.
• Good quality physical infrastructure.
• High-quality environment.
• Reliable access to energy.
• Good links between business and third-level institutions.

Sources of Investment

• USA - 77%
• UK - 6%
• Germany - 5%
• Switzerland - 3%
• Others - 9%