Melbourne

🇦🇺Australia•Oceania

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living81

Safety80

Healthcare83

Career Opportunities82

Climate79

Transport87

Air Quality80

Family Friendliness83.33

Education85

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 Melbourne a good place to live?

Melbourne scores 82/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 81/100), very safe (safety: 80/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 83/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Melbourne?

Melbourne has a cost of living score of 81/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Melbourne?

Melbourne has a transport score of 87/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Melbourne?

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

▸Is Melbourne safe for expats?

Melbourne has a safety score of 80/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 80/100.

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