Not far from San Francisco and the San Francisco Bay area sits the gorgeous and prestigious Tri-Valley area of California. Seated at the crossroads of the I-580 and I-680, Dublin, CA is an important spot in the history of the Tri-Valley and is now home to over 70,000 residents.
However, it’s also known as a quiet, family-friendly city not far from the busier Silicon Valley.
If you’re thinking about moving to Dublin, one of the most important things to consider is the cost of living in Dublin. So, let’s take a look at how much it really does cost to live here and why you may—or may not—want to consider it.
Can you afford to live in Dublin, CA?
Cost of Housing in Dublin
The median home price for a single-family home in Dublin sits at around $1,200,000.
Obviously, there are cheaper homes if you’re looking for something a little smaller. However, Dublin is a prestigious area and most residents love their luxury homes.
If you’d rather rent a home, you’ll find that rental rates are fairly high. For a studio apartment, expect to pay around $2,490 per month; for a one-bedroom, $2,960; for a two-bedroom, $3,610; for a three-bedroom, $4,720; for a four-bedroom, $5,560.
As you can see, Dublin is not cheap when it comes to housing. However, Dublin homes do offer a lot of luxury benefits for those who choose to purchase them.
Cost of Utilities in Dublin, CA
While utility costs can vary pretty significantly depending on your personal budget and spending habits, you can expect to pay around the average amount for most utilities in Dublin.
As of now, Dublin residents pay an average of $230.22 per month for energy, $247.67 per month for a phone bill, $67.70 per month for internet, and $4.56 per gallon for gas. Obviously, these expenses will vary, but try to budget between $700 and $1,000 a month for utilities, depending on your situation and how many people are in your family.
Cost of Groceries in Dublin, CA
As with utilities, grocery costs can vary considerably based on how many people are in your family and what types of food you generally purchase. On average, you can expect typical household items to cost:
- $3.16 for a gallon of milk
- $2.93 for a dozen eggs
- $5.05 for a loaf of bread
- $4.37 for a bunch of bananas
If you’re interested in going out, a typical hamburger averages around $6.68, while a date night is likely to cost you upwards of $61 and a coffee out will put you back around $4.40.
However, with so many great Dublin restaurants, be sure to add a little entertainment money into your budget!
Cost of Healthcare in Dublin
As you age and/or bring more kids into the world, the cost of healthcare is sure to become increasingly important. In Dublin, typical bills you might pay for healthcare include:
- $159.88 for a doctor’s visit
- $150.60 for an optometrist appointment
- $137.95 for a dentist appointment
- $589.09 for a typical prescription
If you have pets that you’ll need to care for, expect to pay around $70.86 per vet visit.
Cost of Taxes in Dublin, CA
The average salary in Dublin is over $100,00, so if you want to live there, you can expect your taxes to be fairly high.
On average, a family making $100,000 per year can expect to pay an income tax rate between 8% and 9.3%.
In addition, the Dublin sales tax rate is currently sitting at 10.2% while the property tax rate paid averages 0.8%.
How Much Should I Make To Live in Dublin, CA?
The question of how much you should make to live in Dublin varies pretty widely depending on your standard of living.
If you want to maintain a standard of living that approximates that of other Dublin residents, you’ll want to make between about $100,000 and $150,000 per year.
Of course, so much of this depends on what you want. You can likely live a very happy life making only around $80,000 per year. It is worth noting that prices in Dublin are, overall, much lower than those in other cities in Silicon Valley or in San Francisco itself!
What Am I Paying for in Dublin, CA?
Now that you know how much it costs to live in Dublin, your next question is sure to be: What am I paying for if I spend that amount of money to live in Dublin, California?
Well, there’s a lot to be said for Dublin!
Ranked by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live, Dublin is well known as a city with multiple yearly and monthly community events, gorgeous real estate, a central location close to EVERYTHING, highly rated schools, acres of parks and open spaces, and loads of delicious restaurants.
When you move to Dublin, you’ll find a large but tight-knit community of people who love working their careers, exploring the open spaces around California, and getting together with the community to enjoy life and raise their kids well.
To find out more, be sure to check out all The Pros & Cons of Dublin so you can really dig into what living in Dublin is like and what a move to this city might mean for you and your family.
Ready To Move To Dublin, CA?
Now, it’s time for you to decide. If you like what you’ve heard about Dublin and are okay with the cost of living in the city, you may want to seriously consider moving to Dublin soon!
If you’re ready to take the next step, don’t hesitate to reach out to me for more information. I can show you a list of available homes and help you figure out more specifically how much it will cost for YOUR family to live a comfortable life in Dublin.
Ready To Move To Dublin, CA?
Now, it’s time for you to decide. If you like what you’ve heard about Dublin and are okay with the cost of living in the city, you may want to seriously consider moving to Dublin soon!
I can show you a list of available homes and help you figure out more specifically how much it will cost for YOUR family to live a comfortable life in Dublin, CA.
If you’re ready to take the next step, don’t hesitate to reach out for more information.
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