While the opportunities in the Ballyleague area itself are limited the easy access to both Longford and Roscommon means it is an ideal location for those people who seek employment but want to live in a more peaceful area. It is a maximum of 20 minutes into both Longford and Roscommon even during the early morning rush hour. In both Longford and Roscommon there are many job opportunities in all sectors of employment.

Businesses in Lanesboro include:

M. Flynn Car Sales Ltd
Lanesboro Longford Co. Longford
043-21182(043)21182

McGowan Metal Fabrication
Longford rd
Lanesboro Co Longford

Puraflow
28 Mount Dillon Lanesboro
043-27078

ESB Power Station
Lanesboro
043-21109(043)27078