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Perth vs Adelaide

Australia vs Australia · 2,131 km apart

Perth

Australia

$1,914 ($1,259)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Adelaide

Australia

$1,914 ($1,259)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePerthAdelaideCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.12$11.12Perth
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$44.46$44.46Perth
Cappuccino$3.33$3.33Perth
Monthly groceries (single person)$252$252Perth
Monthly public transport pass$40.76$40.76Perth
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$107$107Perth
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.12$31.12Perth
Fitness club membership$31.12$31.12Perth
Cinema ticket$8.15$8.15Perth
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$745$745Perth
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$518$518Perth
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,555$1,555Perth
Total single-person budget$1,259$1,259Perth
Average net salary$3,876$3,876

Verdict

Perth is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Perth runs about $1,259 versus $1,259 in Adelaide — a difference of roughly 0%.

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 Perth  ·  Full cost of living in Adelaide

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perth cheaper than Adelaide?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,259 per month in Perth versus $1,259 in Adelaide — about 0% less.
How far is Perth from Adelaide?
The straight-line distance between Perth and Adelaide is approximately 2,131 km (1,324 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Perth or Adelaide?
The estimated average net salary is $3,876 in Perth and $3,876 in Adelaide. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,617 in Perth versus $2,617 in Adelaide per month.