It's a 8.6% year-on-year rise.
There are now 6,200 people employed by IDA companies in the midlands.
Statistics have been released from the agency's 'Winning' strategy from 2015 to 2019.
Its Business Development Manager for the midlands region, Ken Whitelaw, says 43 IDA companies are now operating in the region.
He says they're very pleased with the regional progress that's been made over the last five years:
Record Audiences for Midlands 103 and South East Radio
Over 73K Raised To Help Westmeath Man In US After E-Bike Accident
Mullingar's Derek Coughlan, who is based in Florida, is currently in intensive care where he is stable after August 1st's incident.
Amhrán Na Laoch Songwriting Competition Confirmed For Irish Music Month
Hot Press and the IBI are running the competition.
Westmeath Art Festival Returns This Weekend
Art Faoin Aer is returning for its second year to Belvedere House in Mullingar,
New Affordable Purchase Scheme Makes Homes Available In Westmeath
Westmeath County Council is welcoming applications for the houses at Coola Meadows in Kilbeggan.
Midlands Historic Houses Open Their Doors For National Heritage Week
Historic Houses of Ireland is organising free exhibitions, tours and walks at historic grounds.
Over Half Of Cigarette Packs In Westmeath Town Avoid NIDP
The Empty Pack Survey by JTI Ireland, has found 53% of cigarette packs surveyed in Athlone avoided tax so far this year.
Midlands MEP To Host Livestock Export Crisis Meeting
The meeting will take this Saturday at the Athlone Springs Hotel.
