Compare Australian Cities
Compare cost of living, salaries, and purchasing power between Australian cities. Find out what salary you need to maintain your lifestyle when moving.
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Understanding Cost of Living Index
Our cost of living index uses Sydney as the baseline (100). A city with an index of 85 is approximately 15% cheaper to live in than Sydney, while a city with an index of 110 is 10% more expensive.
| City | Index | vs Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 100 | Baseline |
| Melbourne | 95 | -5% |
| Darwin | 95 | -5% |
| Canberra | 92 | -8% |
| Perth | 90 | -10% |
| Brisbane | 88 | -12% |
| Gold Coast | 85 | -15% |
| Adelaide | 82 | -18% |
| Wollongong | 82 | -18% |
| Newcastle | 80 | -20% |
| Geelong | 80 | -20% |
| Hobart | 78 | -22% |