Cost of Living in Perth, Australia
Perth is a city in Australia, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,020 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,792 per month, or $1,431 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 164 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Perth scores 82/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 87°F and winter highs around 63°F, with roughly 277 sunny days a year.
Perth Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Perth
How Perth Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Perth ranks in the top 9% for air quality, but costs more than 63% of them.
| Metric | Perth | World rank | Rank in Oceania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,020 | #217 of 340 | #4 of 12 |
| Safety | 82/100 | #35 of 340 | #3 of 12 |
| Healthcare | 72/100 | #138 of 340 | #7 of 12 |
| Internet speed | 164 Mbps | #170 of 340 | #4 of 12 |
| Walkability | 55/100 | #166 of 340 | #5 of 12 |
| Public transit | 55/100 | #104 of 340 | #3 of 12 |
| Food scene | 72/100 | #178 of 340 | #6 of 12 |
| Air quality | 92/100 | #28 of 340 | #4 of 12 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Perth
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Perth.
- Tenerife, Spain — $1,551/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Ericeira, Portugal — $1,600/mo, 21% cheaper, safety 82/100
Perth FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Perth?
A single person should budget around $2,020 per month in Perth, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Perth?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Perth averages $1,792 per month, dropping to about $1,431 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,980.
Is Perth safe?
Perth scores 82/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 85/100.
How fast is the internet in Perth?
Median download speeds in Perth are around 164 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 35 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Australia offer a digital nomad visa?
Australia does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders should check current entry requirements before traveling.
What is the weather like in Perth?
Perth sees summer highs around 87°F and winter highs near 63°F, with about 277 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 78 days.
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