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Living in Westport

Ireland · temperate

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Westport is a village of roughly 6,000 people with both the sea and mountains close by in Ireland. The climate is temperate. It keeps a balanced mix of locals and visitors and is considered very safe. A typical month of living costs around $2,350. Healthcare is strong, and the internet is fast enough for full-time remote work. People come here for hiking, cycling, live music.

The public health service (5/5) is stronger than the private one: insurance here is an extra, not a necessity.

Westport at a glance: cost, climate, safety

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People
~6,000
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Cost / mo
~$2,400
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Climate
temperate
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Safety
5/5
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Healthcare
4/5
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Internet
4/5
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Walkable
4/5
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Food
3/5
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Air
4/5Good
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Water
4/5Tap water drinkable

Who tends to love living in Westport

All parameters

🛡️ Safety5/5
🏥 Healthcare4/5
🏛️ Public healthcare5/5
💳 Private healthcare3/5
📶 Internet4/5
🚶 Walkable4/5
🚌 Transit4/5
🍽️ Food3/5
📚 LibraryOne, within 6 km
🥗 Veg options3/5
🌫️ Air4/5 · 8 µg/m³
🚰 Water4/5 · Tap water drinkable
📈 PopularityGrowing
🏠 Rent, 5 yrs+42%
👶 For kids4/5
🛂 Immigration3/5
🏛️ Stability5/5
💸 Tax friendly3/5
🧑‍💻 Business4/5
🕵️ Privacy4/5
🏦 State digital currencyIn development
🗣️ Free expressionStrong
₿ Bitcoin3/5
🌈 LGBTQ+5/5
🦂 Dangerous animals1/5
🌱 Fertile soil3/5
🔌 Living off-grid3/5
📸 Tourism3/5
👥 Crowding2/5
✈️ Airport1/5
🛰️ StarlinkYes
⚕️ AbortionLegal

💉 Childhood vaccines: Recommended, never required

Vaccination is offered free through schools, and consent is asked for each round.

If you skip them: Nothing.

Exemptions: Not needed.

Source: Vaccines 2024;12:1296, European survey

📈 Popularity & prices: Growing

Accommodation prices have moved about +42% in the last 5 years.

Estimates, for orientation only.

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⚠️ The downsides of living in Westport

Health, air (WHO PM2.5), water & crime figures are rough country-level estimates, verify for your case.

Where is Westport?

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Questions, answered

How much does it cost to live in Westport, Ireland?

A typical month in Westport costs around $2,350, covering rent and everyday expenses for one person. It is an estimate meant for comparing places, not for budgeting exactly.

Is Westport, Ireland safe?

Arcadia rates personal safety in Westport at 5 out of 5, which is excellent.

What is the internet like in Westport?

Internet in Westport is rated 4 out of 5 for remote work, which is good. Starlink is available in this country.

What is the weather like in Westport?

Westport has a temperate climate. It is on the coast. Mountains are close by.

Is healthcare good in Westport?

Healthcare in Westport is rated 4 out of 5 overall, which is good. Public healthcare is 5/5 and private healthcare 3/5.

How easy is it to move to Ireland?

Arcadia rates the ease of getting residency in Ireland at 3 out of 5, which is reasonable. The place page lists the visa routes that apply and which depend on your passport.

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