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Cost of Living in Rockhampton
Monthly Total
$2,423
$42,403
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$761
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
$761
$13,318
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$254
$4,445
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$168
$2,940
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$228
$3,990
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$306
$5,355
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$307
$5,373
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$38
$665
Monthly Total
$2,423
$42,403
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