Australia
Cost of Living in Newcastle
Monthly Total
$2,861
$50,068
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,343
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$51
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
$1,343
$23,503
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$253
$4,428
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$160
$2,800
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$252
$4,410
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$272
$4,760
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$241
$4,218
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$41
$718
Monthly Total
$2,861
$50,068
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