Gold Coast is one of the cheapest places to live in Australia (89th globally). It is known for its high-standard education and academia and its budget-friendly living. International students will find the Gold Coast the perfect combination of study and social life, with its magnificent beaches and nightlife.
Coober Pedy, South Australia
A popular tourist stop between Adelaide and Alice Springs, this town is one of the cheapest places to live in the entire country—if not the cheapest.
Australia's top 10 cheapest suburbs 2022
Andamooka in South Australia takes the title of Australia's cheapest suburb, with a median house price of just $20,000. Western Australia and New South Wales both have three suburbs respectively in the top 10, while Queensland and South Australia have an equal two each.
The cheapest major city for housing in Australia is Adelaide. Overall, it's 55% less expensive than in Sydney with rent being on average $1,059 cheaper a month.
“The friendliest city in Australia awards goes to Perth, thanks to its lively locals, engaging social scene and ease of access for first-time visitors.
Canberra is the happiest capital of Australia, according to research.
The worst performing states are Tasmania, with incomes 26% below the national income and wealth average, as well as South Australia which is 19% below the average household income and 20% below the national net wealth.
Most affordable suburbs in 2022
Kambalda East in Western Australia was named the most affordable suburb for houses, with a median value of $118,525. For units, the most affordable suburb was Laguna Quays in Queensland, with a median value of just $72,076.
Australia crime rates: Canberra
This city has one of the lowest crime rates in all of Australia. Canberra is also one of the safest cities globally, and the crime rate here is below the national average. According to data, the crime experienced by the city is very low.
1. Mississippi. Mississippi is the cheapest place to live in the United States, with a cost of living 15.6% lower than the national average.
Living in Australia is not cheap and you would need at least $90,000 a year to support a comfortable lifestyle. The amount varies according to your needs, your city and the size of your household.
Australia's Cheapest Farm Land For Sale Revealed. The north-west NSW town of Bourke is the cheapest place to buy farmland for sale in Australia, according to the 2022 Rural Bank Farmland Values Report.
New data has revealed where Australia's richest people live - and what they do for a crust. The Australian Taxation Office has released data compiled by tax returns from 2019-2020, filed by more than 14 million Australians. And it turns out Perth has the wealthiest neighbourhoods in the country.
Western Australia is the top region by GDP per capita in Australia. As of 2021, GDP per capita in Western Australia was 135,479 $. The top 5 regions also includes Australian Capital Territory, Northern Territory, New South Wales, and Victoria.
1. Sydney, NSW. It turns out the most populous city in Australia is also the healthiest. So much so, that Sydney ranked highest in 7 out of 9 wellness factors.
Wahroonga in New South Wales
The suburb of Wahroonga was named after the aboriginal word 'our home'. The area is one of the quietest places in Australia to live.
Beachside suburbs like Coogee and Bondi come out on top for liveability.