Is Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) Expensive?

Dublin, Ireland

-5% vs Dublin avg

Living in Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue), Dublin

Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) is a relatively affordable area in Dublin, with a cost of living index of 69.2 — that is -5% compared to the Dublin average. At #14 of 19, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,611/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 9 (Griffith Avenue), housing takes up roughly 43% 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 €64,440 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue)

Salaries in Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 69.2:

After tax and deductions of 24.9% in Ireland, take-home pay for someone earning €64,440 would be roughly €48,394/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

69.2
COLI Index
0.95x
vs City Avg
€1,611
Est. 1BR Rent
#14
of 19 Areas
24.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue)

Estimated annual deductions on a €44,006 salary in Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue), Dublin (local employee).

Income Tax
21%
PRSI
4.0%
Total Deductions: 24.9%
Est. Take-Home: €33,043/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 9 (Griffith Avenue) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $51,900
London GBP £44,664
Dubai AED AED 259,696

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) expensive in Dublin?

Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Dublin. It costs about -5% less than the city average, ranking #14 out of 19 neighborhoods.

How does Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) compare to the Dublin average?

The cost of living in Dublin 9 (Griffith Avenue) is below the Dublin average. With a multiplier of 0.95x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -5% 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.