Cost of living in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 29% cheaper than in Melbourne (Australia)
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| Food in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 16% cheaper than in Melbourne (Australia) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | Melbourne (Australia) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| $13 (AU$17) | AU$18 | 2% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| $7 (AU$9) | AU$12 | 25% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| $2.82 (AU$3.66) | AU$5.37 | 32% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| $0.73 (AU$0.95) | AU$1.50 | 37% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| $2.35 (AU$3.05) | AU$5.60 | 46% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| $3.85 (AU$4.99) | AU$4.86 | 3% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| $4.79 (AU$6) | AU$8 | 18% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| $2.75 (AU$3.57) | AU$4.49 | 20% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| $1.36 (AU$1.76) | AU$3.12 | 44% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| $2.39 (AU$3.10) | AU$5.49 | 44% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| $12 (AU$15) | AU$17 | 11% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| $1.65 (AU$2.14) | AU$2.82 | 24% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| $2.47 (AU$3.19) | AU$2.64 | 21% |
| Housing in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 31% cheaper than in Melbourne (Australia) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | Melbourne (Australia) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| $1,428 (AU$1,850) | AU$2,943 | 37% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| $895 (AU$1,160) | AU$2,147 | 46% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| $178 (AU$231) | AU$249 | 7% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| $928 (AU$1,202) | AU$1,822 | 34% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| $588 (AU$762) | AU$1,417 | 46% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| $115 (AU$149) | AU$157 | 5% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| $34 (AU$44) | AU$46 | 4% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| $275 (AU$356) | AU$374 | 5% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $109 (AU$141) | AU$212 | 33% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| $8 (AU$10) | AU$9 | 7% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| $17 (AU$21) | AU$28 | 24% |
| Clothes in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 26% cheaper than in Melbourne (Australia) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | Melbourne (Australia) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| $36 (AU$46) | AU$101 | 54% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| $38 (AU$49) | AU$59 | 17% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $83 (AU$107) | AU$129 | 17% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| $93 (AU$120) | AU$131 | 8% |
| Transportation in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 51% cheaper than in Melbourne (Australia) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | Melbourne (Australia) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| $22,702 (AU$29,414) | AU$27,303 | 8% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| $0.59 (AU$0.76) | AU$1.38 | 45% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| $44 (AU$58) | AU$160 | 64% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| $14 (AU$18) | AU$21 | 17% |
| Personal Care in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 10% more expensive than in Melbourne (Australia) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | Melbourne (Australia) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $6 (AU$8) | AU$8 | 4% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| $11 (AU$14) | AU$19 | 25% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| $85 (AU$110) | AU$61 | 81% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| $7 (AU$9) | AU$7 | 29% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| $3.13 (AU$4.06) | AU$4.57 | 11% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| $4.75 (AU$6) | AU$5.32 | 16% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| $2.85 (AU$3.69) | AU$2.66 | 38% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| $1.68 (AU$2.18) | AU$3.01 | 28% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| $14 (AU$19) | AU$34 | 45% |
| Entertainment in Akron, Ohio (United States) is 6% cheaper than in Melbourne (Australia) | ||
| Akron, Ohio (United States) | Melbourne (Australia) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| $35 (AU$45) | AU$51 | 11% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| $24 (AU$31) | AU$39 | 20% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| $148 (AU$192) | AU$226 | 15% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| $58 (AU$75) | AU$80 | 7% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| $8 (AU$11) | AU$16 | 30% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| $4.50 (AU$5.83) | AU$4.43 | 32% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| $4.07 (AU$5.28) | AU$10 | 47% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| $433 (AU$561) | AU$634 | 11% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| $0.56 (AU$0.73) | AU$0.25 | 196% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| $43 (AU$55) | AU$72 | 23% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| $6 (AU$8) | AU$34 | 76% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require AU$8,900 in Melbourne you would need to make just about AU$6,362 ($4,910) in Akron, Ohio.