Budget 2026: What does it all mean for the average family?

What does Budget 2026 mean for the average family? Picture: Sasko Lazarov/© RollingNews.ie

Billions of euros for social housing, a new Defence Forces uniform, and a Christmas bonus social welfare payment are among the measures in Budget 2026.

But what does it all mean for the average family? 

Here, we break down what the budget announcements mean for you.

Budget Families

What the changes mean for you and your family

Compiled by Deloitte

Single Person

Married Couple, no children 

Married couple, one earner

Married Couple, both long-term unemployed

One parent family

Married Couple, both earning

Unmarried Couple, both earning 

Retired Couple