Tralee Population 2026
Tralee has a population of 26,079, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇮🇪 Ireland, located in Munster. Roughly 0.5% of Ireland's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Dublin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,079
Rank in Ireland
#16
Coordinates
52.27°N, 9.70°W
~10 m elevation · Europe/Dublin
Distance to capital (Dublin)
260 km
161 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 |
| Ballincollig | 18,621 | #31 |
| Cluain Meala | 18,369 | #32 |
| Carrigaline | 18,239 | #33 |
Cities near Tralee
- Ennis27,923 people · ~80 km away
- Limerick102,287 people · ~85 km away
- Ballincollig18,621 people · ~88 km away
- Cork224,004 people · ~94 km away
- Douglas26,883 people · ~97 km away
- Carrigaline18,239 people · ~103 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tralee?
Tralee has a population of 26,079 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Ireland.
What region is Tralee in?
Tralee is located in Munster, Ireland.
Is Tralee the capital of Ireland?
No, the capital of Ireland is Dublin, about 260 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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