Cost of Living in Australia
The population of Australia is 24,511,800. The average cost of living in Australia is $2961 and the median after-tax salary is $3775.82
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Restaurants |
Price |
World Range |
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant |
12.77 $ |
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Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course |
63.86 $ |
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McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) |
8.3 $ |
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Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) |
5.11 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
5.75 $ |
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Cappuccino (regular) |
3.03 $ |
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Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) |
2.26 $ |
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Water (12 oz small bottle) |
1.89 $ |
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Markets |
Price |
World Range |
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) |
1.18 $ |
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Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) |
1.93 $ |
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Rice (white), (1 lb) |
1.78 $ |
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Eggs (regular) (12) |
3.26 $ |
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Local Cheese (1 lb) |
7.13 $ |
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Chicken Fillets (1 lb) |
7.27 $ |
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Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) |
12.61 $ |
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Apples (1 lb) |
2.83 $ |
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Banana (1 lb) |
2.32 $ |
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Oranges (1 lb) |
2.5 $ |
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Tomato (1 lb) |
4.38 $ |
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Potato (1 lb) |
2.1 $ |
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Onion (1 lb) |
1.75 $ |
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Lettuce (1 head) |
2.17 $ |
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Water (1.5 liter bottle) |
1.42 $ |
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Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) |
10.86 $ |
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Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) |
3.72 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
3.99 $ |
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) |
25.54 $ |
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Transportation |
Price |
World Range |
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) |
2.87 $ |
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Monthly Pass (Regular Price) |
97.12 $ |
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Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) |
2.68 $ |
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Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) |
1.39 $ |
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Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) |
31.93 $ |
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Gasoline (1 gallon) |
1.28 $ |
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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) |
19156.7 $ |
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Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) |
17672.84 $ |
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Utilities (Monthly) |
Price |
World Range |
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment |
132.47 $ |
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1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) |
0.25 $ |
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Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) |
48.86 $ |
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Sports And Leisure |
Price |
World Range |
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult |
43.05 $ |
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Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) |
12.53 $ |
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Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat |
12.77 $ |
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Childcare |
Price |
World Range |
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child |
1281.83 $ |
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International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child |
11150.74 $ |
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Clothing And Shoes |
Price |
World Range |
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) |
63.92 $ |
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1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) |
37.39 $ |
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1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) |
90.27 $ |
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1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes |
96.54 $ |
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Rent Per Month |
Price |
World Range |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre |
1199.65 $ |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre |
945.93 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre |
2071.92 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre |
1478.39 $ |
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Buy Apartment Price |
Price |
World Range |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre |
5217.36 $ |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre |
3593.23 $ |
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Salaries And Financing |
Price |
World Range |
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) |
3775.82 $ |
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Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate |
3.23 % |
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Australia
OVERALL RISK: LOW
Australia is, generally, very safe to travel to. Apart from some natural threats to watch out for, you should have no worries about your safety. Crime rates are low and few precaution rules should go a long way.
TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM
Transportation in Australia is generally very safe and reliable, but driving can be complicated because of wild animals jumping in the middle of open roads and drunk drivers.
PICKPOCKETS RISK: LOW
There is almost no pickpocketing in Australia, but you should still remain vigilant in big cities such as Sydney or Melbourne.
NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: HIGH
Natural threats are probably the only risks for you in Australia. There is a variety of threats, from dangerous animal species, to dangerous waters and currents, UV exposure and riptides. Follow the signs at beaches, roads or any other natural spaces and the advice of authorities.
MUGGING RISK: LOW
Mugging and kidnapping is also a very rare occurrence in Australia, so it shouldn't be on your list of worries. Still, avoid poorly lit and deserted streets and areas and if you find yourself in such a situation, hand over your belongings immediately and do not resist.
TERRORISM RISK: LOW
Although there haven't been any terrorist attacks in Australia's recent history, they shouldn't be ruled out so remain aware of your surroundings at all times.
SCAMS RISK: LOW
Even though Australia is not known for scams, in tourist destinations you should always be cautious when receiving change, negotiating rides or any kinds of services, and also never pay for anything upfront.
WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW
Australia is very safe for women traveling solo, and women usually travel here with no problems whatsoever. Just apply few basic precaution rules and use your common sense and your trip should go smoothly.
Visas
All countries except New Zealand require a visa before entering Australia. In order to check which visa you need (electronic or not) and how much it costs, visit the official site of Australian government. If you are not sure about your visa status, visit www.doyouneedvisa.com which will let you know whether or not you need visa based on your nationality and the country you want to visit.
Currency
Australian dollar is the official currency in Australia. ATMs are widely available in larger cities and towns, and credit cards are accepted in most establishments such as hotels, restaurants and shopping centers.
Weather
Since it's such a large country, Australia has several different climate zones and the weather varies depending on the specific area. The northern section of Australia has a more tropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers, and warm and dry winters, while the southern parts are cooler with mild summers and cool and rainy winters.
Airports
Sydney Airport is the busiest airport in Australia. It is located 8 km (5 mi) south of Sydney city centre. Other busy airports in Australia are located in Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne.
Travel Insurance
Just like anywhere else, we recommend getting travel insurance when traveling to Australia, since it covers not only the costs of medical problems, but also theft and loss of valuables.