Dublin, Ireland

In 2023, a single person living in Dublin needs approximately EUR 3,016/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 5,589/month. Dublin is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Dublin costs approximately EUR 2,162/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 3,854/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Dublin are approximately EUR 418 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Dublin costs EUR 136 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Dublin average EUR 165 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Dublin is located in Ireland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 2,162/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 3,016/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Dublin costs approximately EUR 17 in 2023. Budget around EUR 135/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Dublin from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from EUR 2,024 in 2022 to EUR 2,454 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Dublin in 2023, a single person needs approximately EUR 3,016/month. This covers rent (EUR 2,162), groceries (EUR 418), transport (EUR 136), utilities (EUR 165) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 5,589/month.