Galway, Ireland

In 2026, a single person living in Galway needs approximately EUR 2,513/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,627/month. Galway is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Galway costs approximately EUR 1,707/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,988/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Galway are approximately EUR 416 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Galway costs EUR 96 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Galway average EUR 165 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Galway is located in Ireland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,707/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,513/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Galway costs approximately EUR 16 in 2026. Budget around EUR 128/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Galway from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from EUR 1,408 in 2022 to EUR 1,707 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Galway in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,513/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,707), groceries (EUR 416), transport (EUR 96), utilities (EUR 165) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,627/month.