Cork, Ireland

In 2026, a single person living in Cork needs approximately EUR 2,660/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,919/month. Cork is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Cork costs approximately EUR 1,814/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 3,201/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Cork are approximately EUR 427 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Cork costs EUR 112 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Cork average EUR 171 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Cork is located in Ireland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,814/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,660/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Cork costs approximately EUR 17 in 2026. Budget around EUR 137/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Cork from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from EUR 1,496 in 2022 to EUR 1,814 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Cork in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,660/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,814), groceries (EUR 427), transport (EUR 112), utilities (EUR 171) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,919/month.