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Darwin vs Adelaide

Australia vs Australia · 2,620 km apart

Darwin

Australia

$1,657 ($1,090)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Adelaide

Australia

$1,914 ($1,259)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDarwinAdelaideCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.75$11.12Darwin
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$39.00$44.46Darwin
Cappuccino$2.93$3.33Darwin
Monthly groceries (single person)$221$252Darwin
Monthly public transport pass$35.75$40.76Darwin
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$94.25$107Darwin
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.30$31.12Darwin
Fitness club membership$27.30$31.12Darwin
Cinema ticket$7.15$8.15Darwin
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$633$745Darwin
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$440$518Darwin
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,320$1,555Darwin
Total single-person budget$1,090$1,259Darwin
Average net salary$3,400$3,876

Verdict

Darwin is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Darwin runs about $1,090 versus $1,259 in Adelaide — a difference of roughly 16%.

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 Darwin  ·  Full cost of living in Adelaide

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darwin cheaper than Adelaide?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,090 per month in Darwin versus $1,259 in Adelaide — about 16% less.
How far is Darwin from Adelaide?
The straight-line distance between Darwin and Adelaide is approximately 2,620 km (1,628 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Darwin or Adelaide?
The estimated average net salary is $3,400 in Darwin and $3,876 in Adelaide. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,310 in Darwin versus $2,617 in Adelaide per month.