Ireland's Total Population from 1990 to 2023

Population Growth Trends in Ireland (1990-2023)
Ireland experienced significant population growth from approximately 3.5 million in 1990 to over 5.2 million by 2023. The 1990s and early 2000s marked the beginning of rapid demographic growth due to an economic boom known as the "Celtic Tiger," which attracted immigration and boosted birth rates. This period saw a steady annual increase, with the population reaching around 4.4 million by 2007. After the economic downturn of 2008, growth slowed slightly but remained positive, with natural increase as the primary driver. In the 2010s, Ireland continued to experience modest growth, bolstered by economic recovery and continued immigration, particularly from EU countries. The population surpassed the 5 million mark by 2020, indicating the nation’s appeal and continued economic resilience, contributing to its robust demographic growth trend.