Dublin

🇮🇪Ireland•Western Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living87

Safety86

Healthcare81

Career Opportunities89

Climate61

Transport89

Air Quality70.5

Family Friendliness82.67

Education87

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Dublin a good place to live?

Dublin scores 81/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 87/100), very safe (safety: 86/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 81/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Dublin?

Dublin has a cost of living score of 87/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Dublin?

Dublin has a transport score of 89/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Dublin?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Dublin are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Dublin safe for expats?

Dublin has a safety score of 86/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 70.5/100.

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