What is the Population of Ireland?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Ireland has a population of approximately 5,458,600 people, making it the 120th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.07% of the world's population. With a land area of 70,273 km², the population density is roughly 78 people per km².
| Population | 5,458,600 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 120th of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.07% |
| Area | 70,273 km² |
| Population density | 78 / km² |
| Demonym | Irish |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 5,458,600 | 120th |
| Norway | 5,606,944 | 117th |
| Lebanon | 5,490,000 | 118th |
| Palestine | 5,483,450 | 119th |
| Slovakia | 5,413,813 | 121st |
| Oman | 5,343,630 | 122nd |
| New Zealand | 5,324,700 | 123rd |
Ireland compared with its neighbours
| Country | Population | Area (km²) |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69,281,437 | 244,376 |
Ireland in context
- Ireland covers 70,273 km², making it the 118th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 1 country: United Kingdom.
- With 5,458,600 people, Ireland holds about 5.0% of the population of Northern Europe.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Ireland is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of Ireland — FAQ
What is the population of Ireland?
The population of Ireland is approximately 5,458,600 (5.5 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of Ireland in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of Ireland at approximately 5,458,600 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). Ireland is the 120th most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in Ireland?
Approximately 5,458,600 people live in Ireland, making it the 120th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does Ireland rank by population?
Ireland is the 120th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.07%.
What is the population density of Ireland?
Ireland has a population density of roughly 78 people per km², based on a land area of 70,273 km².
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