Melbourne is consistently ranked as one of the world’s best student cities, due to its friendly, multicultural people, incredible transport and delicious food. While the cost of living in Australia can be high, there are lots of affordable options for budget-conscious students.

Cost of living calculator

If you want to know how much you can expect to spend while living in Melbourne, why not use this handy cost of living calculator.

Simply select your desired accommodation type, ideal location, preferred forms of transport and even how much you like to spend on entertainment and activities. The calculator will then estimate your weekly Melbourne cost of living.

You can even use the calculator to compare different options. This makes it easy to find the perfect balance for your personality, taste and budget.

Simply click the button below to launch the cost of living in Melbourne calculator.

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