The 1954–55 League of Ireland was the 34th season of senior football in the Republic of Ireland.

Shamrock Rovers were the defending champions.

Changes from 1953–54 season No new teams were elected to the League.

Teams

TeamLocationStadiumBohemiansDublin (Phibsborough)Dalymount ParkCork AthleticCork (Mardyke)MardykeDrumcondraDublin (Drumcondra)Tolka ParkDundalkDundalkOriel ParkEvergreen UnitedCork (Turners Cross)Turners CrossLimerickLimerickMarkets FieldShamrock RoversDublin (Milltown)Glenmalure ParkShelbourneDublin (Ringsend)Shelbourne ParkSligo RoversSligoThe ShowgroundsSt Patrick's AthleticDublin (Inchicore)Richmond ParkTransportBrayCarlisle GroundsWaterfordWaterfordKilcohan Park

Season overview St Patrick's Athletic won their second title.

Table

Results

Top scorers

RankPlayerClubGoals1 Jimmy GauldWaterford302 Shay GibbonsSt Patrick's Athletic283 Rory DwyerShelbourne194 Dermot Curtis165 Paddy AmbroseShamrock Rovers14 Johnny ArmstrongSligo Rovers7 Jack FitzgeraldWaterford138 Joe MartinSt Patrick's Athletic12 Willie MoloneyCork Athletic10 Tommy Collins11 Dessie GlynnDrumcondra