This is a list of urban areas in the Republic of Ireland by population. The one hundred largest towns are listed below. Populations are from the 2016 Irish census and represent the entire settlement area of each town and city (including suburbs and environs). For convenience, all cities included are shown in bold. Cities and towns list See also List of towns and villages in the Republic of Ireland List of towns in the Republic of Ireland/2002 Census Records List of towns in the Republic of Ireland/2006 Census Records List of localities in Northern Ireland by population List of settlements on the island of Ireland by population Notes References External links List of Largest towns in Ireland 2011 census report Ireland Urban