Concentrations of American-born residents were in Sydney (16,339), Melbourne (11,130), Brisbane (6,057), Perth (5,558), Adelaide (2,862), and Canberra (1,970).
Western Sydney is particularly popular with American expats, while the Northern Beaches Area is great for families. Sydney is a major player on the world stage, which has an undeniable effect on the cost of living here.
Melbourne most welcoming
Melbourne was ranked as the most welcoming city for immigrants, attracting the highest proportion (36%) of votes.
There are reasons why Melbourne feels like the New York of Australia, then there are many more reasons why the Big Apple feels half a world away. A native New Yorker takes a look at the similarities between two great cities.
Los Angeles and Sydney have similar city populations: LA is 3.86 million and Sydney is 4.6 million.
A fascinating map has shown how various parts of Australia share very similar climates to far-flung parts of the world, with southern Victoria being very similar to northern California.
With so many similarities between them, the decision for the Adelaide, and Austin, Texas, USA to become sister cities in 1983 was easy.
Brisbane, California
Just south of San Francisco, the Californian Brisbane is a mundane but green place. Expect plenty of parks, and the San Bruno mountain to clamber up.
Honolulu is the closest to most of China, Southeast Asia, Korea, Japan and Australia. Miami is the closest to islands in the South Atlantic Ocean and the very Southern tip of South Africa.
Victoria, the southernmost state in mainland Australia is the most popular place for Indian expats to make their home.
NSW has one of the largest numbers of people living on bridging visas E. However, as with most other States, most people on bridging visas E live in or near Sydney. Zoom this map to see where they live by postcode.
The cost of living is more expensive in America by 5 to 10 %, but income after tax is slightly better in Australia, with a net gain of 10% to 15% in living standards. Comparable housing is about 30% lower in price to rent or buy.
More than 80 per cent of Australians live within the coastal zone.
No suburb in the country features a greater concentration of members of The List – Australia's Richest 250 than Toorak, where Melbourne's wealthiest families have gathered for decades. Think historic looking mansions guarded by large hedges set back from the street to ensure privacy.
South Australia has been crowned Australia's most considerate state! South Australians have been found to be the most likely to consider other people's needs, according to the Helga's Kindness Index, a first-of-its-kind report examining the state of kindness in the country.
1. Canberra – Australia's Capital City. Nestled between Sydney and Melbourne, Canberra is not only the capital but also Australia's safest city. With a low crime rate and a small-town vibe, Canberra offers an attractive blend of city living and peaceful suburban life.
This begs the question – what US city is most like Melbourne? There are a few different US cities that have been regarded as being like Melbourne, Australia. However, the city that is generally considered to be the most like Melbourne is New York City.
One city that is often mentioned as having some similarities to Sydney is San Francisco, California. Here's why: Coastal Location: Like Sydney, San Francisco is situated on the coast, offering beautiful waterfront views and a maritime atmosphere.
With an approximate population of 4.5 million inhabitants, Sydney is the largest and the oldest city in Australia. The first settlers arrived in 1788. Situated on Sydney Harbour and next to Circular Quay, The Rocks is the starting point of European settlement in Australia.
Adelaide has five Sister Cities and two Friendship Cities. Sister Cities: Austin, Texas, United States of America (since 1983) Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand (since 1972)
Portsmouth, UK. In 1787, Arthur Phillip led what was to become known as the First Fleet from Portsmouth's harbour. The following year the boats entered Port Jackson and the European settlement of Sydney began.
After maintaining the highest standard of community well-being for seven consecutive years, it comes as no surprise that the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) cemented itself as the best place to live in Australia. WATCH NOW: Wombats are itching to death in Canberra.