In Galway, Ireland, living costs about $2427 per month for one person and $5208 for a family of four, including rent.
Galway is 23% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
Galway is 46% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Galway is, on average, 37% lower than in New York City.
Galway is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The high cost of living in Galway is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.
Food costs in Galway are 4% higher than the European benchmark, making it somewhat pricier than other cities.
Public transport in Galway is 42% lower than the European benchmark, making it a cost-effective option for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 17.9 $ |
| Dinner | 83.6 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 10.8 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 6.09 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.08 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.13 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.52 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.53 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.28 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.8 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.5 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.87 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.5 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.83 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.14 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.13 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.82 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.35 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.11 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.23 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 3.05 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 14 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 4.95 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 17.8 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.14 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 66.6 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.93 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 22.5 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 59.8 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 5.95 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 5.77 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 3.84 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.83 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 147 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 224 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 47.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,424 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 2,397 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,615 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 3,077 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 4,444 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 3,632 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,313 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 4.76% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 54.6 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 13.4 $ |
| Haircut | 16.7 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 91.3 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 83.6 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 1,015 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 7,840 $ |