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Mullingar, Ireland
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,700
Retiree Score
55.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
1 facilities

With a population of just 20,928, Mullingar is a sleepy county town that lacks the conveniences and excitement of bigger Irish cities. The tax burden is heavy and the bureaucracy can be a persistent headache for newcomers. Winters are especially frigid, with Mullingar claiming the coldest average temperatures in the country at 9.3 degrees Celsius. However, the town does offer scenic lakes, a lively cultural scene, and ample sporting activities. Mullingar may appeal to those seeking a quieter pace of life, but the tradeoffs in cost and comfort mean it's not for everyone.

Can I afford Mullingar?

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Mullingar

You could save

300/mo

Savings Rate10%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,559
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,141

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
10/100
Retiree Score
(i)
55/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Ireland Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
1
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $4
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$21
Meal (Mid-range) $101
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $173
Mobile Plan (mo) $22
Gym (mo) *$64
Cinema Ticket $13

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $624
1BR Outside (mo) *$609
3BR Center (mo) $801
3BR Outside (mo) *$970

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Town Centre, Bishopsgate
Best For
families, retirees, remote workers

Expat Life Notes

Mullingar is the county town of Westmeath in the Irish midlands. It has a small but established expat community and offers a genuine Irish market-town experience with lower costs than Dublin while remaining accessible to the capital.

Pros

  • ✓ English-speaking
  • ✓ Affordable by Irish standards
  • ✓ Authentic Irish community life
  • ✓ Good connectivity to Dublin

Cons

  • ✗ High cost of living by global standards
  • ✗ Limited urban nightlife and culture
  • ✗ Irish midlands weather

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1260 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Mullingar has a population of approximately 20,928 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,898 per month in Mullingar, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1559/month.

The nearest airport to Mullingar is DUB, approximately 72km away.

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