Nord Anglia International School Dublin
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International Curriculum
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Overview
Ireland🇮🇪
At a Glance
How Ireland compares across key indices
Cost of Living
95 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
92/100
Healthcare
76/100
Quality of Life
180/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Ireland
Cost of Living
95
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
72
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
95
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
100
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Ireland - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
92/100
Crime Index
3/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Ireland
Ireland has 39 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,890 in Swords to $2,445 in Dublin. Waterford leads on safety, scoring 95/100. Swords ranks highest for quality of life at 179/200.
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Swords
$1,890/mo
Safest
Waterford
95/100
Best Quality of Life
Swords
179/200
Best Healthcare
Dublin
87/100
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39 of 39 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin | $2,445 | 87/100 | 173/200 | 87/100 | 23 |
| South Dublin | $2,062 | 92/100 | 177/200 | 78/100 | 15 |
| Cork | $2,025 | 93/100 | 177/200 | 76/100 | 14 |
| Limerick | $1,953 | 94/100 | 178/200 | 74/100 | 11 |
| Galway | $1,941 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 74/100 | 10 |
| Tallaght | $1,938 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 74/100 | 10 |
| Waterford | $1,896 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 9 |
| Swords | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Drogheda | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Dundalk | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Bray | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Douglas | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| DĂşn Laoghaire | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Ennis | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Navan | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Carlow | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Tralee | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Droichead Nua | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Sandyford | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Balbriggan | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Kilkenny | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Athlone | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Naas | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Celbridge | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Wexford | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Finglas | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Letterkenny | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Sligo | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Ballincollig | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Greystones | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Rathfarnham | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| An Muileann gCearr | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Cluain Meala | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Malahide | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Blanchardstown | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Carrigaline | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Leixlip | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Donaghmede | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
| Lucan | $1,890 | 95/100 | 179/200 | 72/100 | 8 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
7 verified school profiles across 2 cities in Ireland — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
SEK International School Dublin
Verified
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International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Middle Years
International School of Dublin
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Primary Years
Mater Dei Academy
Verified
CorkAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Sligo Sudbury
Verified
SligoAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
St Andrew’s College
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Ireland
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Ireland
Pollution Index
16/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
8.2ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Ireland, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Ireland?
Ireland has a cost of living index of 95 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $2,025 in Cork and reach $2,445 in Dublin.
What is the cheapest city in Ireland for expats?
Cork is the most affordable city in Ireland in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $2,025 for a single person including rent. South Dublin is the next most affordable at $2,062/mo.
Is Ireland safe for expats?
Ireland has a safety index of 92/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Cork scores highest on safety at 93/100.
What is the best city in Ireland for expats and digital nomads?
Cork ranks highest for quality of life in Ireland, scoring 177/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $2,025/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Ireland?
Ireland scores 76/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it excellent by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Ireland?
Ireland has a pollution index of 16/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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