Irish household wealth reaches a new record of €1,247bn

Wealth inequality has fallen but wealthiest 10% of Irish households own 49.1% of total household wealth

Housing assets represent 59.5% of the total assets of Irish households. Picture: Denis Minihane

The net wealth of Irish households reached a new record of €1,247bn at the end of 2024, increasing by €43bn since the previous quarter.

New data from the Central Bank shows the total housing wealth increased by €28.3bn to reach €839.7bn. Housing assets represent 59.5% of the total assets of Irish households.