Ireland
Country statistics · 1990–present
Ireland at a Glance
Ireland is home to 5.4 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing steadily. At a GDP per capita of $151,489, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 83.0 years, among the highest in the world.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 5.4 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 10.0 and a death rate of 6.5 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 3.5 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 19,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Ireland is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $865 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $151,489 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 2.4% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 4.9% (2029 IMF projection), indicating a relatively tight labour market.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 83.0 years (2024), among the highest in the world. Current health expenditure per person is $7,395 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 97.2% of the population use the internet (2024), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 96.1% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.