2026 StatisticsAverage Salary in Ireland
Salary statistics and benchmarks for Ireland. See how your salary compares to averages by industry and experience level.
Average Gross Salary
€52,000
per year
Median Gross Salary
€45,000
per year
Average Net Salary
€38,000
per year
Median Net Salary
€33,500
per year
Average is higher than median because high earners pull the average up. Median represents the "middle" salary - half earn more, half earn less.
Salary by Experience Level
Entry Level (0-2 years)
€30,000(€2,500/month)
Junior (2-5 years)
€40,000(€3,333/month)
Mid-Level (5-10 years)
€55,000(€4,583/month)
Senior (10-15 years)
€72,000(€6,000/month)
Expert (15+ years)
€90,000(€7,500/month)
Salary by Industry
1.Technology & IT
€75,0002.Pharmaceuticals & Medtech
€70,0003.Finance & Banking
€65,0004.Consulting
€60,0005.Engineering
€55,0006.Healthcare
€48,0007.Education
€42,0008.Retail & Hospitality
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Open Salary CalculatorData sources: Government statistics offices, industry surveys, and employment data. Figures are estimates for 2026 based on latest available data. Actual salaries vary by location, company size, and individual circumstances.