Dublin vs Galway

Salary comparison · 2024

Dublin pays 12% more than Galway

€49,224 vs €43,995 median

Dublin

Median

€49,224

per year

Galway

Median

€43,995

per year

Dublin

€35,550€38,969€42,387€45,806€49,22420112013201520172019202120232024

Galway

€31,816€34,861€37,906€40,950€43,99520112013201520172019202120232024

Dublin Gender Pay Gap

18%

Galway Gender Pay Gap

12%

Sector-by-Sector Comparison

Sector Dublin Galway Diff
Information and Communication €93,922 €70,556 +€23,366
Financial, Insurance and Real Estate Activities €69,042 €47,978 +€21,064
Public Administration and Defence; Compulsory Social Security €58,423 €54,987 +€3,436
Education €51,637 €59,410 €-7,773
Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities €58,846 €47,835 +€11,011
Industry (B to E) €58,175 €45,154 +€13,021
Human Health and Social Work Activities €47,164 €45,493 +€1,671
Construction €48,566 €43,962 +€4,604
Transportation and Storage €47,042 €39,555 +€7,487
Administrative and Support Service Activities €38,888 €35,389 +€3,499
Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles €35,599 €33,557 +€2,042
Arts, Entertainment, Recreation and Other Service Activities €32,868 €26,795 +€6,073
Accommodation and Food Service Activities €28,913 €27,265 +€1,648

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has higher salaries: Dublin or Galway?

Dublin has higher salaries, with a median of €49,224 compared to €43,995 in Galway — 12% higher.

What is the gender pay gap in Dublin vs Galway?

The gender pay gap is 18% in Dublin and 12% in Galway.

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