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Professor Salary in Ireland

Professors teach at the college level and often conduct original research in their field. The Ireland median is $145,987 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$145,987
per year
Monthly (national)
$12,204
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$145,987
Cork, IE
Hourly (national)
$70.19
varies by city

Professor salary by city in Ireland

CityPer year
Cork, IE$145,987
Limerick, IE$145,987
Dublin, IE$106,867

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a professor make in Ireland?
The national median professor salary in Ireland is about €128,000 per year (€10,700 per month). Across 3 cities, pay ranges from about €93,700 to €128,000.
Which Ireland city pays professors the most?
Cork, IE pays the most at about €128,000 per year.
Which Ireland city pays professors the least?
Among cities we cover, Dublin, IE is on the lower end at about €93,700 per year for a professor.
What is the typical salary range for a professor in Ireland?
Across Ireland cities we cover, professor pay commonly spans from about €70,700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about €184,300 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Ireland cities have professor salary data?
Pay by Role publishes professor pay for 3 cities in Ireland, all shown in EUR.
Is professor in demand in Ireland?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related education roles on Pay by Role include Teacher, School Principal.