Cork
Irland
Updated on August 09, 2025
Overview
Cork is Ireland's second-largest city and the main city of Munster province. With a population of approximately 228,000 in 2025, it offers a more affordable cost of living than Dublin while maintaining employment and educational opportunities. The city is known for its multicultural atmosphere and growing international community.
Average cost of living€2,724.91
Quality of Life86/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€650.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,559.64
1-bed flat (outside)€1,292.58
3-bed flat (center)€2,793.37
3-bed flat (outside)€2,277.37
Utilities
Basic utilities€203.18
Internet€42.58
Mobile plan€18.97
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.10
Monthly pass€86.00
Taxi start€4.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.76
Leisure
Cinema ticket€12.00
Fitness club€56.44
Education
Preschool (month)€1,160.00
Intl. primary (year)€6,333.33
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,100.44
sqm outside center€3,658.47
Advantages
- ✓ Lower cost of living than Dublin
- ✓ Multicultural and safe environment
- ✓ Opportunities to study English and work
- ✓ Accessible and friendly city
- ✓ Stable economy with diverse job opportunities
Disadvantages
- × Narrow and steep streets
- × Less cultural offering than Dublin
- × Humid and variable weather
- × Complicated traffic in the center
- × Fewer public transport options