Best Cities in Ireland to Live In 2026
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
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❓ Living in Ireland — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Ireland?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Dublin ranks #1 in Ireland with a score of 64/100, and city-centre rent from around $2522/month.
What is the safest city in Ireland?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Dublin is the safest city in Ireland in our database, with a rate of 0.9 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Ireland?▾
Ireland offers the Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit (complex process). Duration: 2 years (then Stamp 4). Key requirement: Job offer in a shortage occupation paying ≥ €40,904/yr. Stamp 4 (permanent residence) after 21 months; citizenship after 5 years.. The process is complex. Check individual city pages for full details.