Living Costs in Australia
Knowing the average living costs in Australia will be an important part of your financial preparation. We have created a handy guide below to help guide you through the average living costs for a student today. Please be aware that this is an approximate guide only and will not take into account your budget and spending habits.
Accomodation
Hotels & Guesthouses – $90 to $150 per week
Shared Rental – $95 to $215 per week
Homestay – $235 to $325 per week
Rental – $185 to $440 per week
Other Living Expenses
Groceries and Eating Out – $140 to $280 per week
Gas, Electricity – $10 to $20 per week
Phone and Internet – $15 to $30 per week
Public Transport – $30 to $60 per week
Car (after purchase) – $150 to $260 per week
Entertainment – $80 to $150 per week
Cost of Living
The department of Home Affairs has financial requirements you must meet in order to receive a student visa for Australia.
Refer to the step by step Student Visa Subclass 500 application and Document Checklist Tool for details on how to provide evidence to cover the costs of your stay, including your travel, study and living expenses.
As of October 2019 the 12-month living costs are;
For students or guardians – $21,041
For partners coming with you – $7362
For a child coming with you – $3152
The Home Affairs website covers in more detail how to work out how much money you might need to cover the costs of your stay in Australia as an International student.