What is the cost of living while studying in Australia?

The average cost of living for international students in Australia is around AUD 29,710 per annum. However, the exact cost of living depends on the lifestyle and the expense habits of the students.

 

The cost of living in Australia universities can vary on the cities you are living in. The lowest average cost of living (per week) is reported in Darwin, which is AUD 546.5 and the highest is in Canberra which is around AUD 700.5. Around 700,000 international students migrate to Australia every year for study purposes. It is a hub of top universities, including 38 globally recognized QS-ranking institutes, which provide world-class education to students on affordable rates.

 

*Want to apply for an Australian Student visa? Y-Axis is here to help you with all the necessary assistance!

 

What are the living expenses to be covered by the Indian students in Australia?

Apart from paying the course fees, international students have to cover other expenses like hostel and accommodation costs, transportation fees, food and groceries etc. The cost of living can differ from place to place.

The table below lists the estimated costs per week/yearly based on the type of accommodation in Australia:

Type of Accommodation	Cost (AUD)
Hostel and guesthouses	AUD 90 – 150 per week
Shared Rental	AUD 95 – 215 per week
On campus	AUD 110 – 180 per week
Homestay	AUD 235 – 325 per week
Rental	AUD 185 – 440 per week
Boarding schools	AUD 11,000 – 22,000  a year

 

The table below shows the estimated costs per week on the basis of food, utilities, entertainment, and accommodation in Australia:

Living Expenditure	Weekly Budget
Gas and Electricity	AUD 10 - 20
Food and Groceries	AUD 140 - 280
Phone and Internet	AUD 15 - 30
Accommodation	AUD 160 - 440
Transportation	AUD 30 - 60
Entertainment	AUD 80 - 150

 

Affordable cities in Australia for International students

Below list provides the names of affordable cities for the international students to studying in Australia:

Name of the City	Average expense per week
Adelaide	AUD 571.5
Melbourne	AUD 643.5
Sydney	AUD 690.5
Perth	AUD 619.5
Brisbane	AUD 610.5
Canberra	AUD 700.5
Hobart	AUD 583.5
Darwin	AUD 546.5

 

*Are you looking for step-by-step assistance with Australian immigration? Contact Y-Axis, the world’s No.1 overseas immigration consultancy, for end-to-end support!