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Wexford, Ireland
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,373
Retiree Score
85.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
16 facilities

With a population of just 20,188, Wexford may seem like a cozy Irish town, but don't be fooled - bureaucracy is a persistent headache. The town's seaport glory days are long gone, and the local economy now relies on agriculture, manufacturing, and call centers. While the Wexford Opera Festival draws crowds each October, the climate is decidedly oceanic, with wet and windy weather a year-round reality. Overall, Wexford offers a quaint, historic setting, but it's best suited for those who can tolerate grey skies and red tape.

Can I afford Wexford?

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Wexford

You could save

627/mo

Savings Rate21%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,232
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,141

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
21/100
Retiree Score
(i)
85/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Ireland Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
16
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) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) $98
Cappuccino $5
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $127
Mobile Plan (mo) $23
Gym (mo) *$43
Cinema Ticket $14

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $493
1BR Outside (mo) *$609
3BR Center (mo) $554
3BR Outside (mo) *$970

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

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

Expat Life Notes

Wexford is a historic Viking-founded town in the sunny southeast of Ireland. It has a small but growing expat community and benefits from Ireland's English-speaking environment. Its lower costs relative to Dublin and pleasant coastal setting are key draws.

Pros

  • ✓ Fully English-speaking
  • ✓ Lower costs than Dublin
  • ✓ Friendly community
  • ✓ Good transport to Dublin

Cons

  • ✗ High cost of living by global standards
  • ✗ Limited job market
  • ✗ Irish winters

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1323 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Wexford has a population of approximately 20,188 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,080 per month in Wexford, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1232/month.

The nearest airport to Wexford is DUB, approximately 122km away.

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