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Dublin vs Tallaght

Ireland vs Ireland · 9 km apart

Dublin

Ireland

€1,471 ($1,599)

single / month

VS

Tallaght

Ireland

€1,100 ($1,196)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDublinTallaghtCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$13.65$10.50Tallaght
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$54.60$42.00Tallaght
Cappuccino$4.10$3.15Tallaght
Monthly groceries (single person)$309$238Tallaght
Monthly public transport pass$50.05$38.50Tallaght
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$132$102Tallaght
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$38.22$29.40Tallaght
Fitness club membership$38.22$29.40Tallaght
Cinema ticket$10.01$7.70Tallaght
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$990$713Tallaght
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$689$496Tallaght
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$2,066$1,488Tallaght
Total single-person budget$1,599$1,196Tallaght
Average net salary$4,420$3,400

Verdict

Tallaght is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dublin runs about $1,599 versus $1,196 in Tallaght — 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 Tallaght

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dublin cheaper than Tallaght?
No. Dublin costs an estimated $1,599 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Tallaght at $1,196.
How far is Dublin from Tallaght?
The straight-line distance between Dublin and Tallaght is approximately 9 km (6 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Dublin or Tallaght?
The estimated average net salary is $4,420 in Dublin and $3,400 in Tallaght. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,821 in Dublin versus $2,204 in Tallaght per month.