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Cost of Living in Townsville
Monthly Total
$3,308
$57,890
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,313
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$67
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
$1,313
$22,978
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$407
$7,123
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$162
$2,835
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$252
$4,410
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$480
$8,400
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$317
$5,548
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$327
$5,723
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$50
$875
Monthly Total
$3,308
$57,890
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