Australia
Cost of Living in Alice Springs
Monthly Total
$2,318
$40,565
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$683
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$55
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$683
$11,953
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$254
$4,445
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$175
$3,063
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$168
$2,940
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$328
$5,740
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$350
$6,125
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$30
$525
Monthly Total
$2,318
$40,565
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