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| Expense | Mareeba | Perth | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.78 | $11.12 | Mareeba |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.10 | $44.46 | Mareeba |
| Cappuccino | $2.63 | $3.33 | Mareeba |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $199 | $252 | Mareeba |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.18 | $40.76 | Mareeba |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $84.83 | $107 | Mareeba |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.57 | $31.12 | Mareeba |
| Fitness club membership | $24.57 | $31.12 | Mareeba |
| Cinema ticket | $6.44 | $8.15 | Mareeba |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $554 | $745 | Mareeba |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $386 | $518 | Mareeba |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,157 | $1,555 | Mareeba |
| Total single-person budget | $971 | $1,259 | Mareeba |
| Average net salary | $3,060 | $3,876 |
Mareeba is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mareeba runs about $971 versus $1,259 in Perth — a difference of roughly 30%.
Salary-adjusted, Perth 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 Mareeba · Full cost of living in Perth