Melbourne
Victoria, Australia
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About Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital and most populous city of the Australian state of Victoria, and the second most-populous city in Australia, after Sydney. The city's name generally refers to a 9,992 km2 (3,858 sq mi) area, comprising an urban agglomeration of 31 local government areas. The name is also used to specifically refer to the local government area named City of Melbourne, whose area is centred on the Melbourne central business district and some immediate surrounds.
capital city of Victoria, Australia
Data fetched: Nov 7, 2025
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Nearest Airports to Melbourne
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Note: Distances are calculated from the city center. Actual travel time may vary based on your location within the city.
Cost of Living & Metrics for: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Metrics last updated: 20/11/2025 @ 14:10
📚 education
International School Cost (Annual)
$20,000
International Schools Available
Number of International Schools
30 number
Public Education Quality
High
💼 employment
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
5000 AUD
Mortgage Interest Rate (%) - 20 Year Fixed
4%
🌍 environment
Air Quality Index (AQI)
25 number
Seasonal Climate Profile
Temperate
👨👩👧👦 family
Childcare Available
Childcare Cost (Monthly)
1200
Family Friendliness Score
75%
🍔 food drinks
Bread (Loaf)
2.75 AUD
Cappuccino
4.5 AUD
Domestic Beer
8 AUD
Eggs (Dozen)
5.5 AUD
Imported Beer
9 AUD
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant
20 AUD
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🏥 healthcare
Health Insurance Cost (Monthly for Expats)
300
Healthcare Quality Index
90 number
🏠 housing
1 Bedroom Apartment Rent (Monthly)
1700 AUD
2 Bedroom Apartment Rent (Monthly)
2400 AUD
3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre (Monthly)
3800 AUD
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside Centre (Monthly)
2500 AUD
Property Price per Square Meter (City Centre)
9500 AUD
Property Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)
6500 AUD
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🏗️ infrastructure
Average Internet Speed (Mbps)
100 number
Hospital Available
Internet Quality
High-speed
Road Network Quality
Well-developed
⚖️ legal
Ease of Obtaining Residency/Citizenship
Moderate
🎯 lifestyle
Beach Nearby
Distance to Nearest Beach (km)
10-20 km
Expat Friendliness Score
85%
Gym Membership (Monthly)
60 AUD
LGBTQ+ Friendliness Score
75%
Safety Rating
75
2 more metrics available, plus historical data and detailed breakdowns
🛡️ safety
Petty Crime Rate
Low
Violent Crime Rate
Very low
🚗 transport
Bus Ticket (Single)
4.4 AUD
Gasoline/Petrol (1 liter)
1.5 AUD
Public Transport Monthly Pass
147 AUD
Taxi (1 km, Normal Tariff)
1.62 AUD
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
4.2 AUD
⚡ utilities
Basic Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly)
30 AUD
Electricity (Monthly for 85m² apartment)
150 AUD
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited Data) - Monthly
70 AUD
Internet (Monthly)
70 AUD
Mobile Phone - Prepaid (1 minute, local)
0.15 AUD
Monthly Weather Data for: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Avg High
19.6°C
Avg Low
10.2°C
Annual Rainfall
648mm
Avg Daylight
12.1hrs
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Visa & Immigration Information for: Australia
Applies to all cities in Australia
Available Visa Types (12)
eVisitor (subclass 651)
Since Nov 2025
Visitor Visa (subclass 600)
Since Nov 2025
Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601)
Since Nov 2025
Transit Visa (subclass 771)
Since Nov 2025
Student Visa (subclass 500)
Since Nov 2025
Student Guardian Visa (subclass 590)
Since Nov 2025
Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485)
Since Nov 2025
Skilled-Recognised Graduate Visa (subclass 476)
Since Nov 2025
Temporary Work (International Relations) Visa (subclass 403)
Since Nov 2025
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa (subclass 400)
Since Nov 2025
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482)
Since Nov 2025
Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)
Since Nov 2025
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