Cost of living in Newcastle, Australia compared to Albany, New York, United States
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| Food | + 9% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Newcastle (Australia) is 9% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | AU$17 ($13) | $14 | - 5% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | AU$10 ($8) | $8 | + 4% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | AU$5.98 ($4.61) | $3.51 | + 31% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | AU$1.39 ($1.07) | $0.87 | + 23% | |
| 12 eggs, large | AU$5.20 ($4.01) | $2.54 | + 58% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | AU$4.85 ($3.74) | $4.74 | - 21% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | AU$7 ($5.14) | $7 | - 24% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | AU$4.21 ($3.25) | $3.04 | + 7% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | AU$3.40 ($2.63) | $1.59 | + 66% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | AU$4.23 ($3.26) | $2.08 | + 57% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | AU$18 ($14) | $14 | + 2% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | AU$3.32 ($2.56) | $1.74 | + 47% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | AU$2.30 ($1.78) | $1.98 | - 10% | |
| Housing | + 17% | |||
| Housing in Newcastle (Australia) is 17% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | AU$2,594 ($2,001) | $1,463 | + 37% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | AU$1,795 ($1,385) | $1,143 | + 21% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | AU$112 ($87) | $141 | - 39% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | AU$1,973 ($1,522) | $889 | + 71% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | AU$1,144 ($882) | $731 | + 21% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | AU$79 ($61) | $126 | - 52% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | AU$51 ($40) | $44 | - 9% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | AU$612 ($472) | $303 | + 56% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | AU$193 ($149) | $130 | + 15% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | AU$11 ($8) | $9 | - 6% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | AU$25 ($19) | $26 | - 26% | |
| Clothes | + 11% | |||
| Clothes in Newcastle (Australia) is 11% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | AU$97 ($75) | $47 | + 59% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | AU$52 ($40) | $41 | - 3% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | AU$142 ($110) | $82 | + 34% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | AU$102 ($78) | $82 | - 4% | |
| Transportation | + 11% | |||
| Transportation in Newcastle (Australia) is 11% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | AU$29,066 ($22,424) | $24,752 | - 9% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | AU$1.42 ($1.09) | $0.67 | + 62% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | AU$92 ($71) | $61 | + 16% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | AU$19 ($15) | $15 | + 1% | |
| Personal Care | - 29% | |||
| Personal Care in Newcastle (Australia) is 29% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | AU$12 ($9) | $9 | + 5% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | AU$13 ($10) | $26 | - 62% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | AU$69 ($53) | $99 | - 46% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | AU$8 ($6) | $4.79 | + 31% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | AU$4.54 ($3.50) | $3.26 | + 7% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | AU$5.50 ($4.24) | $5.18 | - 18% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | AU$3.67 ($2.83) | $3.32 | - 15% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | AU$4.10 ($3.16) | $1.97 | + 60% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | AU$21 ($16) | $23 | - 29% | |
| Entertainment | + 9% | |||
| Entertainment in Newcastle (Australia) is 9% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | AU$42 ($32) | $47 | - 30% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | AU$27 ($21) | $24 | - 14% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | AU$115 ($88) | $136 | - 35% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | AU$107 ($83) | $96 | - 14% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | AU$12 ($9) | $11 | - 14% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | AU$4.14 ($3.19) | $4.38 | - 27% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | AU$6 ($4.64) | $6 | - 23% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | AU$785 ($606) | $429 | + 41% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | AU$0.78 ($0.60) | $0.20 | + 202% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | AU$42 ($32) | $40 | - 19% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | AU$25 ($19) | $11 | + 80% | |
| TOTAL | + 9% | |||
This comparison is lacking data. It provides a decent comparison, but it is not yet reliable. It is based on 359 prices entered by 32 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 20, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Newcastle (Australia) is 9% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States)
For example, you would need at least $4,357
(AU$5,647)
in Newcastle
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
$4,000
in Albany, New York.
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