Ennis Population 2026
Ennis has a population of 27,923, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇮🇪 Ireland, located in Munster. Roughly 0.5% of Ireland's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Dublin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,923
Rank in Ireland
#13
Coordinates
52.84°N, 8.99°W
~3 m elevation · Europe/Dublin
Distance to capital (Dublin)
191 km
119 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 |
| Douglas | 26,883 | #15 |
| Tralee | 26,079 | #16 |
| Ballincollig | 18,621 | #31 |
| Cluain Meala | 18,369 | #32 |
| Carrigaline | 18,239 | #33 |
Cities near Ennis
- Limerick102,287 people · ~32 km away
- Galway85,910 people · ~48 km away
- Tralee26,079 people · ~80 km away
- Athlone22,869 people · ~95 km away
- Cluain Meala18,369 people · ~102 km away
- Ballincollig18,621 people · ~110 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ennis?
Ennis has a population of 27,923 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Ireland.
What region is Ennis in?
Ennis is located in Munster, Ireland.
Is Ennis the capital of Ireland?
No, the capital of Ireland is Dublin, about 191 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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