🇦🇺 Cost of Living in Sydney
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$3,387/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.
Sydney vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Sydney?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $3,387/month in Sydney, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $4,212/month.
What is the average salary in Sydney?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Sydney is about $4,204, according to Numbeo data.
Is Sydney expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Gold Coast ($3,259/mo), Perth ($2,554/mo), Dublin ($3,668/mo), Seattle ($3,728/mo), Amsterdam ($3,808/mo). Sydney comes in at $3,387/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.