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๐Ÿ’ก Smart Analysis

Comparing Perth and Melbourne: Average gross pay is 6% higher in Melbourne. Cost of living is 8% cheaper in Perth. Both cities offer nearly identical purchasing power margins.

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Perth
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Melbourne

๐Ÿ’ฐ Gross Salaries & Ranges

Average Gross Salary (Annual)
The primary average salary across experience ranges
$67,000/yr
$71,000/yr
HIGHER
Junior Developer Pay
$38,000
$39,000
Mid-Level Developer Pay
$60,000
$62,000
Senior Developer Pay
$91,000
$94,000
Lead / Architect Pay
$112,000
$117,000

๐Ÿ  Monthly Cost of Living

Rent โ€” City Center (1 Bed)
$1,600
$1,800
Rent โ€” Suburbs (1 Bed)
$1,050
$1,200
Groceries (Monthly)
$390
$400
Public Transport Pass
$105
$110
Utilities (Electricity, Internet)
$185
$190
Estimated Cost of Living
Rent center, groceries, transport plans & hobbies included
$2,647/mo
CHEAPER
$2,869/mo

๐Ÿงพ Tax rates & Take-home

Average Income Tax Rate
32%
32%
Social Security Deduction
0%
0%
Monthly Take-home (After Tax)
Estimated direct net monthly deposit based on mid-level pay
$3,400/mo
$3,513/mo

๐Ÿ“Š Affordability & Savings

Affordability Index
Score out of 10 comparing local net pay to costs
7.2
7.2
Monthly Savings Potential
Money left over after all standard cost of living expenses
$753/mo
$644/mo
Months to Save $10,000
~13 months
~16 months
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