Ireland vs Ireland · 185 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Dublin | Galway | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $13.65 | $10.50 | Galway |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $54.60 | $42.00 | Galway |
| Cappuccino | $4.10 | $3.15 | Galway |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $309 | $238 | Galway |
| Monthly public transport pass | $50.05 | $38.50 | Galway |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $132 | $102 | Galway |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $38.22 | $29.40 | Galway |
| Fitness club membership | $38.22 | $29.40 | Galway |
| Cinema ticket | $10.01 | $7.70 | Galway |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $990 | $713 | Galway |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $689 | $496 | Galway |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $2,066 | $1,488 | Galway |
| Total single-person budget | $1,599 | $1,196 | Galway |
| Average net salary | $4,420 | $3,400 |
Galway is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dublin runs about $1,599 versus $1,196 in Galway — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Dublin leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Dublin · Full cost of living in Galway