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EstoniavsIreland

See the biggest differences first, then scan the geographic, economic, and practical reference data.

This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

Ireland is higher

Ireland records 5,395,790, about 3.93× the other value.

Surface area

Ireland is higher

Ireland records 70,280 km², about 1.55× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Ireland is higher

Ireland records $609.16 billion, about 14.1× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇪🇪 Estonia1,372,341
🇮🇪 Ireland5,395,790

Ireland’s population is 293% larger than that of Estonia, a difference of 4,023,449.

Surface area

🇪🇪 Estonia45,340 km²
🇮🇪 Ireland70,280 km²

Ireland’s surface area is 55% larger than that of Estonia, a difference of 24,940 km².

Population density

🇪🇪 Estonia30.3 /km²
🇮🇪 Ireland76.8 /km²

Ireland’s population density is 154% higher than that of Estonia, a difference of 46.5 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇪🇪 Estonia$43.13 billion · 2024
🇮🇪 Ireland$609.16 billion · 2024

Ireland’s nominal GDP is about 14.1× that of Estonia, a difference of $566.03 billion.

GDP per capita

🇪🇪 Estonia$31,428 · 2024
🇮🇪 Ireland$112,895 · 2024

Ireland’s GDP per capita is 259% higher than that of Estonia, a difference of $81,467.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Tallinn

Dublin

Population

1,372,341

5,395,790

Surface area

45,340 km²

70,280 km²

Population density

30.3 /km²

76.8 /km²

Nominal GDP

$43.13 billion · 2024

$609.16 billion · 2024

GDP per capita

$31,428 · 2024

$112,895 · 2024

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Northern Europe

Northern Europe

Currency

Euro · EUR · €

Euro · EUR · €

Nationality

Estonian

Irish

Phone code

+372

+353

Internet domain

.ee

.ie

ISO codes

EE / EST

IE / IRL

Time zone

Europe/Tallinn

Europe/Dublin

Native name

Eesti

Éire

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About Estonia

Nestled on the Baltic Sea’s eastern coast, Estonia blends medieval charm with cutting‑edge digital innovation, offering visitors a tapestry of verdant forests, pristine islands, and a vibrant, forward‑thinking society.

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About Ireland

Ireland, the Emerald Isle, enchants visitors with its rolling green landscapes, rich mythic heritage, and warm hospitality, making it a beloved destination at the western edge of Europe.

Full Ireland profile →

Estonia & Ireland: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Estonia?

The capital of Estonia is Tallinn.

What is the population of Estonia?

Estonia has a recorded population of approximately 1,372,341 people.

How big is Estonia?

Estonia covers an area of about 45,340 km².

What is the population density of Estonia?

Estonia has a population density of roughly 30.3 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Estonia?

Estonia has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $43.13 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Estonia?

Estonia has a GDP per capita of approximately $31,428.

What currency is used in Estonia?

Estonia uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is Estonia located?

Estonia is located in Northern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Estonia?

The native name of Estonia is Eesti.

What are people from Estonia called?

People from Estonia are referred to as Estonian.

What is the phone calling code for Estonia?

The international dialing code for Estonia is +372.

What is the internet domain for Estonia?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Estonia is .ee.

What time zone is Estonia in?

Estonia uses the Europe/Tallinn time zone.

What is Estonia known for?

Nestled on the Baltic Sea’s eastern coast, Estonia blends medieval charm with cutting‑edge digital innovation, offering visitors a tapestry of verdant forests, pristine islands, and a vibrant, forward‑thinking society.

What is the capital of Ireland?

The capital of Ireland is Dublin.

What is the population of Ireland?

Ireland has a recorded population of approximately 5,395,790 people.

How big is Ireland?

Ireland covers an area of about 70,280 km².

What is the population density of Ireland?

Ireland has a population density of roughly 76.8 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Ireland?

Ireland has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $609.16 billion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Ireland?

Ireland has a GDP per capita of approximately $112,895.

What currency is used in Ireland?

Ireland uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is Ireland located?

Ireland is located in Northern Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Ireland?

The native name of Ireland is Éire.

What are people from Ireland called?

People from Ireland are referred to as Irish.

What is the phone calling code for Ireland?

The international dialing code for Ireland is +353.

What is the internet domain for Ireland?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Ireland is .ie.

What time zone is Ireland in?

Ireland uses the Europe/Dublin time zone.

What is Ireland known for?

Ireland, the Emerald Isle, enchants visitors with its rolling green landscapes, rich mythic heritage, and warm hospitality, making it a beloved destination at the western edge of Europe.