🇮🇪 Cost of Living in Ireland
2 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$3,350/mo
Across 2 cities we track
Couple
$4,136
Family of 4
$8,922
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 2 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 2 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 2 cities
Ireland vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Ireland?▼
Across 2 cities, a single person spends a median of $3,350/month including rent. Cork is the cheapest at $3,031/mo, while Dublin runs $3,668/mo.
What is the average rent in Ireland?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $2,264/month across 2 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Ireland?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 2 cities is about $4,279, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Ireland?▼
Cork is the most affordable at $3,031/month for a single person. Dublin is the most expensive at $3,668/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.