Remote work in Australia: what the data says
We track 5 cities in Australia: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney. Monthly budgets average around $2,960: Gold Coast is the most affordable base at roughly $2,700, while Sydney runs about $3,400. For connectivity, Sydney leads with an internet score of 4.6/5.
The main language is English and the dialing code is +61. Before booking flights, check Australia public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.
City snapshot: Australia at a glance
- Brisbane — ~$2,800/mo; 3.9/5 overall; internet 4.6/5; safety 4.6/5. Live clock: local time.
- Gold Coast — ~$2,700/mo; 3.8/5 overall; internet 4.5/5; safety 4.5/5. Live clock: local time.
- Melbourne — ~$3,100/mo; 4.1/5 overall; internet 4.6/5; safety 4.6/5. Live clock: local time.
- Perth — ~$2,800/mo; 3.8/5 overall; internet 4.5/5; safety 4.6/5. Live clock: local time.
- Sydney — ~$3,400/mo; 4.1/5 overall; internet 4.6/5; safety 4.6/5. Live clock: local time.
Australia spans 4 time zones among our tracked cities (Australia/Brisbane, Australia/Melbourne, Australia/Perth, Australia/Sydney). The reference offset is UTC+10 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Australia against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.
Frequently asked questions
Which city in Australia is best for digital nomads?
Compare our tracked hubs: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney.
What is the cheapest city in Australia for remote work?
Gold Coast, at roughly $2,700 per month for a single nomad.
How much does it cost to live in Australia as a nomad?
Across the cities we track, budgets average about $2,960 per month.
What language is spoken in Australia?
Primarily English.
What time zone is Australia in?
Australia's tracked cities use Australia/Brisbane among others.
When are public holidays in Australia?
See the full list with dates.