Verdict: Melbourne is 18% cheaper — saving you $570/month ($6,840/year)
Melbourne ($2,630/mo)
Sydney ($3,200/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$1500
$2000
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$1000
$1400
Cheap Meal
$16
$17
Mid-Range Meal
$35
$38
Transit Pass
$110
$120
Utilities
$140
$150
Internet
$50
$50
Groceries
$350
$370
CategoryMelbourneSydneyDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$1500$2000$-500
1BR Apartment (Outside)$1000$1400$-400
Cheap Meal$16$17$-1
Mid-Range Meal$35$38$-3
Transit Pass$110$120$-10
Utilities$140$150$-10
Internet$50$50
Groceries$350$370$-20
Total Estimated$2,630$3,200$570 (18%)

Safety Index

Melbourne: 80/100

Sydney: 78/100

Average Monthly Salary

Melbourne: $4,000

Sydney: $4,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melbourne cheaper than Sydney?

Melbourne is approximately 18% cheaper.Melbourne costs around $2,630/month vs Sydney at $3,200/month. That is a saving of $570/month ($6,840/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Melbourne or Sydney?

Melbourne has cheaper rent.Melbourne charges $1500/month for a city-center 1BR, while Sydney is $2000/month.

Which city is safer — Melbourne or Sydney?

Melbourne is safer, with a safety index of 80/100 vs 78/100.