Cost of Living Guide · IrelandCost of Living Guide in Ireland
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Ireland offers a high quality of life with costs that are 26% higher overall (including rent) than the Europe average, driven by elevated housing prices while consumer prices excluding rent are 15% above the regional benchmark. It positions as one of the more expensive countries in Europe, exceeding the average CPI of 60.6 and rent index of 24.8, yet provides strong purchasing power and an excellent HDI of 0.945. No home country comparison available.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Ireland delivers excellent value for money through high quality of life (index 174) and purchasing power (127) despite being 26% pricier overall than Europe average—ideal for expats prioritizing safety, nature, and culture over low costs.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
Monthly Transport Pass
Gasoline (1L)
Utilities for 85m² Apartment
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)
Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)
Milk (1L)
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
Eggs (12)
Local Cheese (1kg)
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee
Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)
Cinema Ticket
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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