Australia
Cost of Living in Brisbane
Monthly Total
$3,157
$55,248
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,506
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
$1,506
$26,355
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$227
$3,973
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$165
$2,888
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$319
$5,583
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$334
$5,845
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$41
$718
Monthly Total
$3,157
$55,248
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