Cost of Living
Cost of Living in Australia
Monthly expenses for international students in Australia, broken down by city where data is available.
Australia
Verified listing- Monthly estimate
- $1,400
- Accommodation
- $700
- Food
- $300
- Transport
- $100
- Part-time wage
- $17/hour
Data last updated Jul 18, 2026
Adelaide
Verified listing- Monthly estimate
- $1,250
- Accommodation
- $620
- Food
- $300
- Transport
- $90
- Part-time wage
- $17/hour
Data last updated Jul 18, 2026
Brisbane
Verified listing- Monthly estimate
- $1,400
- Accommodation
- $720
- Food
- $320
- Transport
- $100
- Part-time wage
- $17/hour
Data last updated Jul 18, 2026
Melbourne
Verified listing- Monthly estimate
- $1,600
- Accommodation
- $850
- Food
- $350
- Transport
- $110
- Part-time wage
- $17/hour
Data last updated Jul 18, 2026
Sydney
Verified listing- Monthly estimate
- $1,800
- Accommodation
- $950
- Food
- $350
- Transport
- $120
- Part-time wage
- $17/hour
Data last updated Jul 18, 2026