Gold Coast, Australia 🇦🇺
Nomad Score:
73%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$1,200.00
$2,500.00
$150.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$250.00
$400.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$70.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Per day for mobile data plans |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$400.00
$600.00
$20.00
|
Per day for basic grocery shopping |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$150.00
$300.00
$20.00
|
Per day for public transport and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$250.00
$600.00
$50.00
|
Per day for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$100.00
$250.00
$30.00
|
Per day for entertainment and activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$100.00
$300.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered or not applicable for short stays |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered or not applicable for short stays |
| Total |
$2,520.00
$5,250.00
$280.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$1,800.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$400.00
Prices may vary based on location and amenities offered.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$9.00
Price can vary significantly between bars and local breweries.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$15.00
Typical cost at casual dining establishments.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$10.00
Standard pricing at major fast food chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$3.00
Seasonal prices can fluctuate based on harvest.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$2.50
Prices may vary by brand and local bakeries.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.20
Prices are relatively stable, but organic options are higher.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$2.80
Price may vary based on brand and type.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$8.50
Pricing can vary based on sourcing and organic options.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$12.00
Price varies based on cut and quality.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$15.00
Prices can vary significantly based on label and region.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$3.50
Base fare; additional charges apply per distance.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$2.00
Cost can vary based on time of day and demand.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$100.00
Covers buses and trams; discounts available for students.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.50
Prices can fluctuate with global oil prices.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$40.00
Standard plans with decent data allowances.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$70.00
Pricing varies by provider and contract length.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$60.00
Prices may vary based on facilities and location.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$15.00
Prices may vary by location and facility.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$15.00
Standard pricing; premium formats may cost more.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$60.00
Prices vary by brand and store.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$50.00
Prices can vary widely based on style and brand.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$100.00
Prices can vary by brand and technology.
per pair