Drogheda Population 2026
Drogheda has a population of 44,135, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇮🇪 Ireland, located in Leinster. Roughly 0.8% of Ireland's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Dublin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,135
Rank in Ireland
#7
Coordinates
53.72°N, 6.35°W
~28 m elevation · Europe/Dublin
Distance to capital (Dublin)
43 km
27 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Leinster
Cities near Drogheda
FAQ
What is the population of Drogheda?
Drogheda has a population of 44,135 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Ireland.
What region is Drogheda in?
Drogheda is located in Leinster, Ireland.
Is Drogheda the capital of Ireland?
No, the capital of Ireland is Dublin, about 43 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.
← All biggest cities in Ireland · Ireland population by year