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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Ireland — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2024 data).
What is a good salary in Ireland?
In Ireland, the national median salary is about $46,202 gross (~$34,273 after tax, 2024 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$35,964 to ~$127,349 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Ireland's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2024)
$46,202 gross · $34,273 after tax · $31,044 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $212,408 | $127,349 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $187,750 | $113,540 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $161,279 | $98,716 |
| AI Engineer | $154,650 | $95,004 |
| Engineering Manager | $150,830 | $92,865 |
| Dentist | $137,629 | $85,472 |
| Product Manager | $122,751 | $77,141 |
| Data Engineer | $122,272 | $76,872 |
| Software Engineer | $121,155 | $76,247 |
| Cloud Engineer | $117,246 | $74,058 |
| DevOps Engineer | $116,895 | $73,861 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $110,919 | $70,514 |
| Pharmacist | $109,294 | $69,604 |
| Management Consultant | $106,021 | $67,772 |
| Data Scientist | $101,240 | $65,094 |
| Sales Manager | $92,751 | $60,341 |
| General Manager | $87,729 | $57,528 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $86,275 | $56,714 |
| Marketing Manager | $84,319 | $55,618 |
| Project Manager | $84,319 | $55,618 |
| Civil Engineer | $83,527 | $55,175 |
| UX Designer | $82,231 | $54,450 |
| Operations Manager | $78,826 | $52,543 |
| Business Analyst | $76,290 | $51,122 |
| Physiotherapist | $75,847 | $50,874 |
| HR Manager | $73,871 | $49,768 |
| Finance Analyst | $73,194 | $49,388 |
| Remote Freelancer | $71,976 | $48,707 |
| University Lecturer | $69,306 | $47,212 |
| Content Writer | $64,175 | $44,338 |
| Accountant | $57,769 | $40,750 |
| Hospitality Manager | $55,310 | $39,374 |
| Graphic Designer | $53,061 | $38,115 |
| Nurse | $52,186 | $37,625 |
| Teacher | $50,981 | $36,950 |
| Plumber | $49,569 | $36,158 |
| Chef | $49,240 | $35,974 |
| Electrician | $49,221 | $35,964 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Ireland's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
Ireland salary estimates · Source: Ireland national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2024) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (today)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
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The national median is about $46,202 gross (~$34,273 after tax) for 2024. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $89,144 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Ireland is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Ireland's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2024 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.