Is Dublin 1 (North City) Expensive?

Dublin, Ireland

+8% vs Dublin avg

Living in Dublin 1 (North City), Dublin

Dublin 1 (North City) is a moderately-priced area within Dublin, with a cost of living index of 78.6 — that is +8% compared to the Dublin average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #8 out of 19 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,831/month, compared to a range of €1,272 in Lucan to €2,205 in Dublin 4 (Ballsbridge).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Dublin 1 (North City), housing takes up roughly 49% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €73,258 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Dublin 1 (North City)

Salaries in Dublin 1 (North City) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 78.6:

After tax and deductions of 27.2% in Ireland, take-home pay for someone earning €73,258 would be roughly €53,332/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

78.6
COLI Index
1.08x
vs City Avg
€1,831
Est. 1BR Rent
#8
of 19 Areas
27.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Dublin 1 (North City)

Estimated annual deductions on a €49,983 salary in Dublin 1 (North City), Dublin (local employee).

Income Tax
23%
PRSI
4.0%
Total Deductions: 27.2%
Est. Take-Home: €36,391/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Dublin 1 (North City) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $58,950
London GBP £50,731
Dubai AED AED 294,973

Other Neighborhoods in Dublin

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Dublin 4 (Ballsbridge) 94.6 1.30x +30%
Dublin 2 (City Centre) 91.0 1.25x +25%
Dublin 6 (Ranelagh) 83.7 1.15x +15%
Blackrock 83.7 1.15x +15%
Howth 81.5 1.12x +12%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dublin 1 (North City) expensive in Dublin?

Dublin 1 (North City) is near the city average for Dublin. Costs are about +8% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Dublin 1 (North City) compare to the Dublin average?

The cost of living in Dublin 1 (North City) is above the Dublin average. With a multiplier of 1.08x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +8% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.