Wollongong
Australia, Oceania
0.2M people
Australia/Sydney
English
Coastal city
Beach destination
Wollongong
Wollongong is a coastal city located in New South Wales, Australia. Known for its beautiful beaches, stunning natural scenery, and vibrant arts and culture scene.
Family-friendly
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
75
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
22°
L: 14°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
75
Overall Cost
Expensive
70
Rent Index
Expensive
80
Groceries
Very Expensive
78
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average25% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
75
Excellent
Good75
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
100
Outstanding
Excellent100
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
75/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$55K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
10
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
38h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
000
Hospital Density
15
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
82
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent96
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
000
Disaster Risk
Medium
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
90
Health Index
LIFESPAN
82
Years
HOSPITALS
15
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$80
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
55
Fair
Nearby Airports
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
45 Index
Poor45
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$80
per month
Fuel
$1.8
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
5
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
University of Wollongong
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
75
Good75
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
100
Excellent100
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
80
Excellent80
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
10
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure80/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$55,000
Work Hours/Week
38h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Check Australian immigration website
Business Freedom85/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease80/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency100/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, beach-focused
Practical Information
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Languages
English
Emergency
000
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, beach-focused
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
March
April
May
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Check Australian immigration website
Key Statistics
0.2M
Population
75
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$1.2K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$55K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Wollongong
Nearby location
Airports
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Nearby location
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