Wollongong, Australia 🇦🇺
Nomad Score:
69%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$1,200.00
$2,500.00
$150.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$200.00
$300.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$70.00
$100.00
$5.00
|
Daily mobile data plan |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$400.00
$600.00
$20.00
|
Daily grocery budget |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$100.00
$150.00
$10.00
|
Daily public transport fare |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$250.00
$500.00
$30.00
|
Daily dining budget |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$150.00
$300.00
$20.00
|
Daily leisure budget |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$150.00
$400.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Usually a one-time fee |
| Total |
$2,520.00
$5,050.00
$235.00
|
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)
$1,200.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$350.00
Prices vary based on location and amenities offered.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$7.00
Price may vary by venue; bars near the beach often charge more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$15.00
Prices can vary based on the restaurant type and location.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$10.00
Standard pricing for major fast food chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$3.00
Prices may vary depending on seasonality and quality.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$2.50
Standard white or wholemeal bread from supermarkets.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.20
Price for regular full cream or skim milk.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$2.80
Cost for standard white rice, varies by brand.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$10.00
Prices can fluctuate based on supply and season.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$15.00
Cost may vary with cuts and quality.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$20.00
Prices can vary significantly based on brand.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$3.50
Initial fare for taxi rides.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$2.00
Charges per kilometer after the initial fare.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$150.00
Covers buses and trains within the city.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.60
Price per liter, varies by gas station.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$40.00
Standard plan with moderate data allowance.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$70.00
Price may vary by provider and contract length.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$60.00
Standard pricing, can vary by gym location.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$20.00
Prices may vary by public vs private courts.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$15.00
Standard pricing for regular screenings.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$60.00
Prices can vary by brand and store.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$50.00
Average price for casual summer dresses.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$100.00
Prices vary based on brand and style.
per pair