How much does a School Principal earn in Ireland?

The estimated salary for School Principal in Ireland ranges from EUR 132,000 to EUR 161,500 EUR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,402 job listings

Salary Guide

School Principal Salary in Ireland

Based on 1,402 job listings - 2026

Average salary

€132,000 - €161,500

Median salary

€132,000 - €161,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile€93K

25th percentile€117K

Median€132K

75th percentile€162K

90th percentile€186K

50% of professionals earn between €116,563 - €161,500 EUR

The median salary is €132,000

Top cities

Dublin595 job openings

Cork188 job openings

Limerick138 job openings

Galway52 job openings

Naas32 job openings

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School Principal

1,402 job openings

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The average salary for a School Principal in Ireland is EUR 132,000 - EUR 161,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is EUR 146,750 per year, based on 1,402 active job listings.

The cities with the most School Principal job opportunities in Ireland are Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Naas. Dublin leads with 595 job openings.

Explore 1,402 School Principal job listings in Ireland on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.