Ballincollig Population 2026
Ballincollig has a population of 18,621, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇮🇪 Ireland, located in Munster. Roughly 0.3% of Ireland's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Dublin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,621
Rank in Ireland
#31
Coordinates
51.88°N, 8.58°W
~27 m elevation · Europe/Dublin
Distance to capital (Dublin)
225 km
140 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Munster
| City | Population | Rank in Ireland |
|---|---|---|
| Cork | 224,004 | #2 |
| Limerick | 102,287 | #3 |
| Waterford | 60,079 | #6 |
| Ennis | 27,923 | #13 |
| Douglas | 26,883 | #15 |
| Tralee | 26,079 | #16 |
| Cluain Meala | 18,369 | #32 |
| Carrigaline | 18,239 | #33 |
Cities near Ballincollig
- Cork224,004 people · ~8 km away
- Douglas26,883 people · ~10 km away
- Carrigaline18,239 people · ~15 km away
- Cluain Meala18,369 people · ~80 km away
- Limerick102,287 people · ~87 km away
- Tralee26,079 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ballincollig?
Ballincollig has a population of 18,621 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Ireland.
What region is Ballincollig in?
Ballincollig is located in Munster, Ireland.
Is Ballincollig the capital of Ireland?
No, the capital of Ireland is Dublin, about 225 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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