🇦🇺 Cost of Living in Perth
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$2,737/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Perth vs. similar cities
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$3,259/mo
Cost of living in Gold Coast
$3,597/mo
Cost of living in Sydney
$1,682/mo
Cost of living in Dunedin
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Perth?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $2,737/month in Perth, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $3,408/month.
What is the average salary in Perth?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Perth is about $4,189, according to Numbeo data.
Is Perth expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Gold Coast ($3,259/mo), Sydney ($3,597/mo), Dunedin ($1,682/mo), Stockholm ($2,849/mo), Lugano ($3,387/mo). Perth comes in at $2,737/mo for a single person.
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Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.