Cork Population 2026
Cork has a population of 224,004, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇮🇪 Ireland, located in Munster. Roughly 4.2% of Ireland's population lives here. It is about 4.6× smaller than Dublin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
224,004
Rank in Ireland
#2
Coordinates
51.90°N, 8.47°W
~10 m elevation · Europe/Dublin
Distance to capital (Dublin)
219 km
136 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Munster
| City | Population | Rank in Ireland |
|---|---|---|
| Limerick | 102,287 | #3 |
| Waterford | 60,079 | #6 |
| Ennis | 27,923 | #13 |
| Douglas | 26,883 | #15 |
| Tralee | 26,079 | #16 |
| Ballincollig | 18,621 | #31 |
| Cluain Meala | 18,369 | #32 |
| Carrigaline | 18,239 | #33 |
Cities near Cork
- Douglas26,883 people · ~4 km away
- Ballincollig18,621 people · ~8 km away
- Carrigaline18,239 people · ~11 km away
- Cluain Meala18,369 people · ~73 km away
- Limerick102,287 people · ~86 km away
- Tralee26,079 people · ~94 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cork?
Cork has a population of 224,004 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Ireland.
What region is Cork in?
Cork is located in Munster, Ireland.
Is Cork the capital of Ireland?
No, the capital of Ireland is Dublin, about 219 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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