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Ireland — Country Facts & Profile

Northern Europe, Europe

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Dublin is the capital of Ireland, a country in Europe with 5,458,600 inhabitants across 70,273 km². The national currency is the euro (€ EUR). The official languages are English and Irish.

Essential Facts

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Dublin
Capital
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5,458,600
Population
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70,273 km²
Area (km²)
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27,133 mi²
Area (sq mi)
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78 / km²
Population Density
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€ EUR
Currency
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+353
Dial Code
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.ie
TLD
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Europe
Continent

Economic Data

Ireland has a GDP per capita of $112,895, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.

GDP per Capita$112,895
GNI per Capita$80,650
Avg. Internet Speed182 Mbps

Climate & Cost

Key indicators for visiting or living in Ireland. Average temperature in Dublin: 11°C (52°F).

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11°C
Avg Temp (Dublin)
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182 Mbps
Avg Internet Speed
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98 / 100
Safety Index

Land & Location

Ireland is located in Northern Europe at coordinates 53.00°N, 8.00°W. It shares borders with 1 country. Total land area: 70,273 km² (27,133 mi²). Population density: 78 people per km². The highest point is Carrauntoohil at 1,039 m.

ContinentEurope
Coordinates53.00°N, 8.00°W
🏔️ Highest PointCarrauntoohil
1,039 m
🏞️ Longest RiverRiver Shannon
368 km
TimezonesUTC
BordersGBR

Infrastructure Highlights

Notable infrastructure highlights in Ireland, including Croke Park with a capacity of 82,300 seats.

🏟️ Largest StadiumCroke Park
82,300 seats

Crime & Safety

Ireland has a safety index of 98 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.

Safety Index98 / 100

Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.

Cities Across Ireland

Regional Breakdown

Frequently Asked Questions about Ireland

What is the capital of Ireland?
The capital of Ireland is Dublin.
What is the population of Ireland?
Ireland has a population of approximately 5,458,600 people.
What continent is Ireland in?
Ireland is located in Europe, in the Northern Europe subregion.
Where is Ireland located?
Ireland is located in Northern Europe, Europe, at coordinates 53.0°N, 8.0°W.
What currency does Ireland use?
Ireland uses the euro (€ EUR).
What is the capital and currency of Ireland?
The capital of Ireland is Dublin and the currency is the euro (EUR).
What languages are spoken in Ireland?
The official languages of Ireland are English, Irish.
What is the area of Ireland?
Ireland covers a total area of 70,273 km² (27,133 square miles).
How large is Ireland in square miles?
Ireland has a total area of approximately 27,133 square miles (70,273 km²).
What is the population density of Ireland?
Ireland has a population density of approximately 78 people per km².
Is Ireland an independent country?
Yes, Ireland is a fully independent and sovereign country.
How many countries does Ireland border?
Ireland shares land borders with 1 country.
What is the GDP per capita of Ireland?
The GDP per capita of Ireland is approximately $112,895.
Is Ireland safe to visit?
Ireland is considered very safe, with a safety index of 98 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
What is the average temperature in Dublin?
The average annual temperature in Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is approximately 11°C (52°F).
What countries border Ireland?
Ireland shares land borders with: United Kingdom.
What is the country calling code for Ireland?
The international calling code for Ireland is +353. To call Ireland from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +353 and the local number.
What time zone is Ireland in?
Ireland operates on the UTC time zone.
What is the highest point in Ireland?
The highest point in Ireland is Carrauntoohil at 1,039 m (3,409 ft) above sea level.
What is the GNI per capita of Ireland?
The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Ireland is approximately $80,650 (World Bank data).
How fast is the internet in Ireland?
The average internet speed in Ireland is 182 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.

Data sources: Basic country data — restcountries.com (CC BY 4.0) · Geography, speed limits, stadiums — Wikidata (CC0) · Zoos, botanical gardens, hospitals — OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · GNI per capita — World Bank (CC BY 4.0) · UNESCO World Heritage — UNESCO WHC · Climate — Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

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Postal Codes

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