Cost of Living in Dublin
Ireland • Pop: 0.5M
Dublin hosts European HQs of major tech companies with high salaries.
Tech hubGoogle & Facebook HQsEnglish-speakingFriendly culture
Cost
Index
Index
98
Rent
Index
Index
115
Avg Net Salary
$3,268/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
98
2% cheaperRent
115
15% pricierGroceries
92
8% cheaperRestaurants
95
5% cheaperTransport
88
12% cheaperUtilities
95
5% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Dublin to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Dublin | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $49,000 | Save $1,000 |
| $75,000 | $73,500 | Save $1,500 |
| $100,000 | $98,000 | Save $2,000 |
| $125,000 | $122,500 | Save $2,500 |
| $150,000 | $147,000 | Save $3,000 |
| $200,000 | $196,000 | Save $4,000 |
Living in Dublin: What to Expect
Dublin has a cost of living index of 98, meaning it is 2% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Dublin is approximately €3,800 ($3,268 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 115
- Groceries: Index of 92
- Restaurants: Index of 95
- Transport: Index of 88
- Utilities: Index of 95
Key highlights: Tech hub, Google & Facebook HQs, English-speaking, Friendly culture.
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