Australia
Australia cost of living 2026: Sydney vs Melbourne vs Brisbane
Rent, groceries, and transport in Australia's top student cities.
Earthlink Editorial • 31 January 2026 • 7 min read
Sydney: AUD 2,000–2,800/month all-in. Melbourne: AUD 1,800–2,500. Brisbane and Adelaide: AUD 1,500–2,000.
Rent dominates — expect AUD 300–500/week for a shared apartment. Public transport is capped at AUD 50/week with concessions in most states.
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