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Cost of Living in Geelong

Geelong, Victoria, Australia · Population 180,239

▼ -6% vs Australia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$1,657 ($1,090)
Couple, monthly$3,026 ($1,991)
Family of four, monthly$3,996 ($2,629)

Estimated Prices in Geelong

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$14.82 ($9.75)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$59.28 ($39.00)per meal
Cappuccino$4.45 ($2.93)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$336 ($221)per month
Monthly public transport pass$54.34 ($35.75)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$143 ($94.25)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$41.50 ($27.30)per month
Fitness club membership$41.50 ($27.30)per month
Cinema ticket$10.87 ($7.15)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$961 ($633)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$669 ($440)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$2,006 ($1,320)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Geelong is $5,168 ($3,400) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $1,657 ($1,090) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $2,154 ($1,417) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($669 ($440)) represents about 40% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Leopold

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Lara

15 km away · Victoria

Barwon Heads

18 km away · Victoria

Torquay

21 km away · Victoria

Portarlington

26 km away · Victoria

Saint Leonards

32 km away · Victoria

Rye

50 km away · Victoria

Darley

56 km away · Victoria

Other Major Cities in Australia

Sydney

New South Wales · pop. 5,450,496

$2,213 ($1,456) / mo

Melbourne

Victoria · pop. 5,350,705

$2,175 ($1,431) / mo

Brisbane

Queensland · pop. 2,706,966

$1,914 ($1,259) / mo

Perth

Western Australia · pop. 2,141,834

$1,914 ($1,259) / mo

Adelaide

South Australia · pop. 1,387,290

$1,914 ($1,259) / mo

Gold Coast

Queensland · pop. 607,665

$1,767 ($1,162) / mo

Canberra

Australian Capital Territory · pop. 381,488

$1,767 ($1,162) / mo

Central Coast

New South Wales · pop. 325,255

$1,767 ($1,162) / mo

Living in Geelong

Geelong is one of the key cities in Australia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $1,657 ($1,090), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $669 ($440) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $3,996 ($2,629) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $3,026 ($1,991) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Geelong is $5,168 ($3,400). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $2,154 ($1,417) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geelong expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $1,657 ($1,090) per month in Geelong including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Australia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Geelong?
A net salary of around $2,154 ($1,417) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Geelong with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Geelong is $5,168 ($3,400).
How much is rent in Geelong?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $961 ($633) per month in the city centre and $669 ($440) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,006 ($1,320).
Is Geelong cheaper than Australia on average?
Yes — Geelong is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Australia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Geelong?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $336 ($221) in Geelong. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $15 ($10) and a cappuccino runs around $4 ($3).
How do transport costs in Geelong compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Geelong is estimated at $54 ($36). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Geelong are estimates based on Australia national averages adjusted for city size (population 180,239). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.