Dublin
European HQ for Google, Meta and Apple with legendary pub culture, literary heritage and native English speaking.
5-index Relocy Score
How {city} performs across the five axes that matter for relocation
What locals and expats say
- ✓Reliable internet across the city · 80 Mbps avg
- ✓Legendary nightlife & cultural scene
- ✓Strong education infrastructure
- ✕Rent & daily costs above EU median · €1600 rent
- ✕Winter smog can spike AQI · Est. AQI 110
Cost breakdown
Weather
Can I afford Dublin?
Tell us where you earn today — we'll show you the equivalent comfortable income in Dublin.
Local tips
Stoneybatter and Smithfield are the up-and-coming neighborhoods — much cheaper than Rathmines
The Leap Card saves you about 20% on public transport versus cash fares
Skip Temple Bar for pubs — Wexford Street and Camden Street have better bars at half the price
Neighborhoods
Live rent data per district coming with LocaYo integration — starts May 1.
Practical facts
Frequently asked questions about Dublin
Is Dublin safe for expats and digital nomads?
Dublin scores 7.0/10 for safety — generally safe with typical urban caution needed. The biggest watch-outs are petty theft in tourist areas and late-night transit hubs.
How much does it cost to live in Dublin?
Single expat budget: ~€2400 / month comfortable, including €1600 rent for a 1-bedroom in the centre. Average local salary is €4200/month — salary-to-cost ratio 1.75×.
What is the climate and air quality in Dublin?
Current month avg temp ~9°C. Estimated AQI ~110 (unhealthy for sensitive). Four distinct seasons with cold winters.
Which neighborhoods are best in Dublin?
Popular picks: Temple Bar, Rathmines, Portobello, Ranelagh. Temple Bar tends to be the creative/walkable hub, while Portobello offers better value for families or long stays. Live rent data per district coming with LocaYo integration.
How good is internet & remote-work infrastructure in Dublin?
Average speed 80 Mbps (8.0/10). Reliable fiber, co-working density is high.
Find your next apartment in Dublin — without agency fees
LocaYo is a P2P rental marketplace with verified owners and live rent data per district. Be first to see listings the day we launch.
- ✓ No agency commission — owners list directly
- ✓ Verified owners, reviewed by tenants
- ✓ Live rent index per neighbourhood
