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Adelaide vs Canberra

Australia vs Australia · 958 km apart

Adelaide

Australia

$1,914 ($1,259)

single / month

VS

Canberra

Australia

$1,767 ($1,162)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAdelaideCanberraCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.12$10.34Canberra
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$44.46$41.34Canberra
Cappuccino$3.33$3.10Canberra
Monthly groceries (single person)$252$234Canberra
Monthly public transport pass$40.76$37.90Canberra
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$107$99.91Canberra
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.12$28.94Canberra
Fitness club membership$31.12$28.94Canberra
Cinema ticket$8.15$7.58Canberra
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$745$680Canberra
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$518$473Canberra
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,555$1,420Canberra
Total single-person budget$1,259$1,162Canberra
Average net salary$3,876$3,604

Verdict

Canberra is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Adelaide runs about $1,259 versus $1,162 in Canberra — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Adelaide leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Adelaide  ·  Full cost of living in Canberra

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adelaide cheaper than Canberra?
No. Adelaide costs an estimated $1,259 per month for a single person, about 8% more than Canberra at $1,162.
How far is Adelaide from Canberra?
The straight-line distance between Adelaide and Canberra is approximately 958 km (595 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Adelaide or Canberra?
The estimated average net salary is $3,876 in Adelaide and $3,604 in Canberra. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,617 in Adelaide versus $2,442 in Canberra per month.