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Ireland
Island of Saints and Scholars
Overview
The Emerald Isle, known for its literary tradition, lively pub culture, dramatic Atlantic coastline, and a booming tech sector dubbed "Silicon Docks."
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Northern Europe
Land Area
70,273 km²
Capital
Dublin
Languages
English, Irish
Currencies
Euro (€)
At a Glance
74
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
39
Freedom
96
Security
88
Life Expectancy
81.6 yrs
Median Age
38.4 yrs
Urbanization
65%
Cost Index
82
Housing Index
106
Healthcare Access
41/100
Climate
Average Temperature
9.7°C
Average AQI
35
Most Temperate Cities
1 Ballygerry 11.5°C
2 Derry 11.3°C
3 Trá Mhór 11.2°C
4 Dingle 10.7°C
5 Ciarraí 10.7°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Newmarket on Fergus 15 AQI
2 An Clár 15 AQI
3 Uíbh Fhailí 21 AQI
4 Confey 21 AQI
5 An Cabhán 22 AQI
Cities
Lanesborough Cherryville Uíbh Fhailí Confey Cluain Meala Portraine Newmarket on Fergus Portlaoise Castlepollard Ballygerry Bagenalstown Derry
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 82
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 106
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 16.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 40.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 64/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 34/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 160 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 68
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.22% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 159 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 6/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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