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Perth🇦🇺

Australia · Cost of living & nomad guide 2026

Timezone
Australia/Perth
Nomad community
Small

City metrics

📊 Data estimated — figures are based on published regional averages and are updated quarterly. Last verified: May 24, 2026

Financial

Rent 1BR (centre)$1,700/mo
Rent 1BR (outside)$1,200/mo
COL index80 (vs Switzerland=101)
Cheap meal$15.00
Mid-range meal for 2$45.00
Monthly groceries~$340

Infrastructure

Internet speed150 Mbps
Healthcare index82/100
Coworking spaces~15

Lifestyle

Safety index80/100
Air quality15 AQI — Good
Walkability75/100
Climate score78/100
English proficiencyhigh
Source: OpenAQ · Global Peace Index · regional statistical agencies · Updated Live + annual

Nomad

Nomad communitySmall
Visa easemedium
Budget score48/100
Lifestyle score78/100
Overall nomad score
74/100
Source: NoodlePants composite (World Bank ICP, Ookla, OpenAQ) · Updated Quarterly

What it's actually like here

Living here as a digitial nomad means embracing a high quality of life, but be prepared for a hit to your wallet. Rent for a 1-bedroom in the city center is around $1700, dropping to $1200 outside – not exactly cheap living. Groceries will set you back about $340 monthly, and even a cheap meal out is $15. That said, the 150 Mbps internet is solid, and you'll feel incredibly safe with an 80 safety index. This city suits nomads prioritizing a laid-back, outdoor lifestyle over vibrant big-city buzz. With excellent air quality, walkable streets (score of 75), and great healthcare, it’s a healthy place to be. The climate is fantastic, and English proficiency is high. However, the nomad community is small, and with only 15 coworking spaces, you might need to be more independent. Here's an honest caveat: while the lifestyle score is high, the budget score is low. Don't expect to save much here unless you're earning top-tier remote wages. It's a place for enjoying life, not pinching pennies.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to live in Perth as a digital nomad?+

As of 2026, a 1-bedroom apartment in the centre of Perth averages around $1,700 per month, and the overall cost-of-living index sits at 80 (vs Switzerland = 101). Nomads typically budget extra for coworking, eating out, and travel.

Is Perth safe for digital nomads?+

Perth scores 80/100 on our composite safety index, which blends the Global Peace Index, crime stats and traveller-advisory data. Most nomad-friendly neighbourhoods feel comfortable to walk in day and night.

How fast is the internet in Perth?+

Headline average internet speed in Perth is around 150 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. That's enough for video calls, large file uploads and most remote-work needs in central neighbourhoods — coworking spaces and serviced apartments usually run faster than that.

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