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| Expense | Lithgow | Gold Coast | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.78 | $10.34 | Lithgow |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.10 | $41.34 | Lithgow |
| Cappuccino | $2.63 | $3.10 | Lithgow |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $199 | $234 | Lithgow |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.18 | $37.90 | Lithgow |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $84.83 | $99.91 | Lithgow |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.57 | $28.94 | Lithgow |
| Fitness club membership | $24.57 | $28.94 | Lithgow |
| Cinema ticket | $6.44 | $7.58 | Lithgow |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $554 | $680 | Lithgow |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $386 | $473 | Lithgow |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,157 | $1,420 | Lithgow |
| Total single-person budget | $971 | $1,162 | Lithgow |
| Average net salary | $3,060 | $3,604 |
Lithgow is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lithgow runs about $971 versus $1,162 in Gold Coast — a difference of roughly 20%.
Salary-adjusted, Gold Coast 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 Lithgow · Full cost of living in Gold Coast