Australia
Cost of Living in Canberra
Monthly Total
$3,287
$57,523
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,657
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$54
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
$1,657
$28,998
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$218
$3,815
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$171
$2,993
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
$313
$5,478
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$319
$5,583
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$3,287
$57,523
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