Brisbane

🇦🇺Australia•Oceania

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living76

Safety81

Healthcare81

Career Opportunities80

Climate77

Transport84

Air Quality82

Family Friendliness84.33

Education84

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Brisbane a good place to live?

Brisbane scores 80/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 76/100), very safe (safety: 81/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 81/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Brisbane?

Brisbane has a cost of living score of 76/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Brisbane?

Brisbane has a transport score of 84/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Brisbane?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Brisbane are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Brisbane safe for expats?

Brisbane has a safety score of 81/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 82/100.

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