Limerick Population 2026
Limerick has a population of 102,287, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇮🇪 Ireland, located in Munster. Roughly 1.9% of Ireland's population lives here. It is about 10× smaller than Dublin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,287
Rank in Ireland
#3
Coordinates
52.66°N, 8.62°W
~7 m elevation · Europe/Dublin
Distance to capital (Dublin)
175 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Munster
| City | Population | Rank in Ireland |
|---|---|---|
| Cork | 224,004 | #2 |
| 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 Limerick
- Ennis27,923 people · ~32 km away
- Cluain Meala18,369 people · ~71 km away
- Galway85,910 people · ~73 km away
- Tralee26,079 people · ~85 km away
- Cork224,004 people · ~86 km away
- Ballincollig18,621 people · ~87 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Limerick?
Limerick has a population of 102,287 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Ireland.
What region is Limerick in?
Limerick is located in Munster, Ireland.
Is Limerick the capital of Ireland?
No, the capital of Ireland is Dublin, about 175 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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