Ireland Population
5.5M▲ +0.1M
Dec 2025 · Annual
Ireland's total population increased to 5.48 million in 2025, up from 5.40 million in the previous year. The latest reading set a new all-time high for the data series, which spans from 1960 onward. The historic low of 2.82 million was recorded in 1961.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5M | 5.4M | 5.5MDec 2025 | 2.8MDec 1961 | 1960 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age Dependency Ratio | 52.2% | 52.5% | 73.5% | 45.1% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Working-Age Population | 3.6M | 3.5M | 3.6M | 1.6M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
About this series
Population in Ireland averaged 4.3M from 1960 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 5.5M in Dec 2025 and a record low of 2.8M in Dec 1961. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
Total population measures the number of inhabitants of Ireland, including all residents regardless of legal status. The indicator is reported annually in units of millions. The data series begins in 1960 and covers the full historical record through the present.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
FAQ