Australia

Cost of Living in Perth

Monthly expenses, rent & budget analysis — Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates

COL+Rent: 55.7Rent: 39.5Groceries: 74Restaurant: 63.3

Monthly Budget Estimates

Minimal

$1,930/mo

Outside-center room, basic groceries, public transit

Typical

$2,743/mo

City-center 1BR, regular groceries & dining out

Comfortable

$3,419/mo

Premium apartment, frequent dining, entertainment

Monthly Costs Breakdown

CategoryCost (USD)
Rent (1BR City Center)$1,758
Rent (1BR Outside Center)$1,311
Groceries (monthly)$412
Restaurant Meal$22
Transit Pass (monthly)$97
Utilities (monthly)$146

Source: Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · Reviewed April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Perth?
A minimal monthly budget in Perth is approximately $1,930, a typical budget is $2,743, and a comfortable lifestyle costs around $3,419 per month.
How much is rent in Perth?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Perth city center costs approximately $1,758/month. Outside the center, expect around $1,311/month.
Is Perth expensive compared to New York?
Perth's COL+Rent Index is 55.7 compared to New York's 100, meaning Perth is about 44% cheaper than NYC overall.
What is the average grocery cost in Perth?
Monthly groceries in Perth cost approximately $412. The city's Groceries Index is 74 (NYC = 100).