Largest Cities in Ireland
The urban landscape of Ireland is defined by a mix of historic port cities and rapidly growing regional hubs. While Dublin serves as the primary economic and cultural engine of the Republic, other cities like Cork, Limerick, and Galway offer distinct industrial strengths and vibrant local communities. The following table identifies the largest cities in Ireland based on the most recent census data and population estimates.
| Rank | City | County | Population (City & Suburbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dublin | Dublin | 1,263,219 |
| 2 | Cork | Cork | 222,333 |
| 3 | Limerick | Limerick | 102,287 |
| 4 | Galway | Galway | 85,910 |
| 5 | Waterford | Waterford | 60,079 |
| 6 | Drogheda | Louth / Meath | 44,135 |
| 7 | Dundalk | Louth | 43,112 |
| 8 | Swords | Dublin | 40,776 |
| 9 | Navan | Meath | 33,886 |
| 10 | Bray | Wicklow | 33,512 |