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Cost of Living in Sydney
How much does it cost to live in Sydney? We've broken it down in the tables below.
Check out the tables below to get an updated look at the cost of everything from a McDonalds Big Mac Meal to how much you'd pay in rent for a flat. Some interesting costs we thought were worth highlighting:
- It costs roughly $10 to buy a Big Mac Meal
- You could spend upwards of $3,600 a month in rent
- A visit to the doctor could set you back almost $80
What else can I find on this page?
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | AU$3,426 |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | AU$2,781 |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | AU$232 |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | AU$2,598 |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | AU$1,673 |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | AU$163 |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | AU$62 |
| 40” flat screen TV | AU$792 |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | AU$308 |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | AU$14 |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | AU$33 |
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | AU$27,724 |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | AU$1.51 |
| Monthly ticket public transport | AU$180 |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | AU$29 |
Food and Drinks
To get life insurance, you just have to give up two lunchtime takeaway meals per month.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | AU$16 |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | AU$11 |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | AU$6 |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | AU$1.34 |
| 12 eggs, large | AU$5.90 |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | AU$5.16 |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | AU$9 |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | AU$4.23 |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | AU$3.48 |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | AU$5.57 |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | AU$19 |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | AU$2.83 |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | AU$2.67 |
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | AU$109 |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | AU$87 |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | AU$156 |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | AU$142 |
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | AU$52 |
| 2 tickets to the movies | AU$41 |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | AU$175 |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | AU$107 |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | AU$18 |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | AU$4.44 |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | AU$9 |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | AU$636 |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | AU$0.54 |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | AU$85 |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | AU$32 |
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | AU$12 |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | AU$16 |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | AU$70 |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | AU$11 |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | AU$5.82 |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | AU$7 |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | AU$3.89 |
| Tube of toothpaste | AU$4.59 |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | AU$32 |
| Type of insurance | Monthly cost | Learn more |
|---|---|---|
| Life insurance | $30* | Cost of life insurance guide |
| Car insurance | $76.51* | Cost of car insurance guide |
| Health insurance | $70.83* | Cost of health insurance guide |
*The monthly costs are an indicative guide. The actual cost will depend on your personal situation. Check out the guides for more information.
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