Cost of living in Perth

In Perth, Australia, a family of four typically needs around $5568 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2345 monthly.

How expensive is Perth compared to other cities?

Perth is 113% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Perth compare to your city?

Perth is 29% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Perth is, on average, 49% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Perth?

Who is Perth a good fit for?

Perth is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Perth so expensive?

The high cost of living in Perth is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Perth?

Yes, food prices are 59% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall cost of living.

Is public transport affordable in Perth?

No, public transport is 360% higher than the European benchmark, making it a costly option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2345 $
Without Rent
1022 $
Rent & Utilities
1324 $
Food
594 $
Transport
279 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4072 $
GDP per Capita
64,712 $
Freedom Index
8.52
Lifespan
83 years
Speak English
93%
Population
2.1M

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.3 $
Dinner 96.5 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 11.2 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 8 $
Capuccino 3.67 $
Coke, 330ml 2.56 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.67 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.55 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.16 $
Eggs, 12 pack 4.33 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.81 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.18 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.9 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.52 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.94 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.21 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.43 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.48 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.84 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.22 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 3.27 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 12.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.69 $
Cigarette pack 29.8 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 3.29 $
Monthly Pass 117 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.29 $
Taxi, 8 km 24.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 58.3 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 6.49 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.9 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.17 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.95 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 126 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 194 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 55.2 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,066 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,817 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,449 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,593 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 5,42 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 3,698 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,072 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.36%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 40.7 $
Cinema, 1 seat 16.9 $
Haircut 20.9 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 106 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 82.5 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,94 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 14,689 $

Compare Perth with other top cities

Australia
Perth vs Melbourne (Melbourne is 2% more expensive) Perth vs Sydney (Sydney is 19% more expensive) Perth vs Brisbane (Brisbane is 6% more expensive) Perth vs Perth (Perth has similar costs) Perth vs Adelaide (Adelaide is 4% less expensive) Perth vs Gold Coast (Gold Coast is 2% less expensive) Perth vs Canberra (Canberra is 2% more expensive) Perth vs Sunshine Coast (Sunshine Coast is 26% less expensive) Perth vs Wollongong (Wollongong is 35% less expensive) Perth vs Ipswich (Ipswich is 20% less expensive)
New Zealand
Perth vs Auckland (Auckland is 6% less expensive) Perth vs Christchurch (Christchurch is 16% less expensive) Perth vs Manukau (Manukau is 17% less expensive) Perth vs Wellington (Wellington is 5% less expensive) Perth vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 29% less expensive) Perth vs Tauranga (Tauranga is 24% less expensive) Perth vs Dunedin (Dunedin is 38% less expensive) Perth vs Lower Hutt (Lower Hutt is 20% less expensive) Perth vs Palmerston North (Palmerston North is 44% less expensive) Perth vs Napier (Napier is 40% less expensive)
Marshall Islands
Perth vs Majuro (Majuro is 35% less expensive) Perth vs Djarrit (Djarrit is 35% less expensive)
Solomon Islands
Perth vs Honiara (Honiara is 38% less expensive) Perth vs Auki (Auki is 38% less expensive)
Palau
Perth vs Melekeok (Melekeok is 50% less expensive) Perth vs Ngerulmud (Ngerulmud is 50% less expensive)
Tonga
Perth vs Nukualofa (Nukualofa is 59% less expensive) Perth vs Mua (Mua is 59% less expensive)
Fiji
Perth vs Suva (Suva is 61% less expensive) Perth vs Nasinu (Nasinu is 62% less expensive) Perth vs Nadi (Nadi is 62% less expensive) Perth vs Lautoka (Lautoka is 74% less expensive)
Samoa
Perth vs Manase (Manase is 72% less expensive) Perth vs Apia (Apia is 72% less expensive)
Nauru
Perth vs Yaren (Yaren is 73% less expensive)
Tuvalu
Perth vs Funafuti (Funafuti is 75% less expensive) Perth vs Vaiaku (Vaiaku is 75% less expensive)
Papua New Guinea
Perth vs Port Moresby (Port Moresby is 76% less expensive) Perth vs Lae (Lae is 77% less expensive)
Kiribati
Perth vs South Tarawa (South Tarawa is 78% less expensive) Perth vs London (London is 78% less expensive)