Gold Coast
Australia, Oceania
0.7M people
Australia/Brisbane
English
Beach City
Tourist Destination
Gold Coast
A coastal city in Queensland, Australia, known for its beaches, theme parks, and vibrant nightlife.
Family Friendly
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
92
Medical
Excellent
26°
L: 18°
Best time to visitSeptember
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
75
Rent Index
Expensive
80
Groceries
Very Expensive
72
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,800
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Excellent
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
100
Outstanding
Excellent100
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 75/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
90/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$55K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
38h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
92
Excellent
Excellent92
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
000
Hospital Density
25
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
92
Health Index
LIFESPAN
82
Years
HOSPITALS
25
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
35
Fair
Poor35
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
65
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
65
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
60
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
55
Fair
Nearby Airports
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
65
Good
Good65
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
60
Good
Average60
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
15
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
82
Excellent
Major Universities
Griffith University
Higher education institution
Bond University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
90
Excellent90
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
88
Excellent88
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
100
Excellent100
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
80
Excellent80
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure85/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$55,000
Work Hours/Week
38h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality. Check Australian immigration website.
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease80/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency100/100
Cultural Diversity75/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, beach-focused, with many events and festivals
Practical Information
Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane
Languages
English
Emergency
000
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, beach-focused, with many events and festivals
Best Time to Visit
September
October
November
April
May
Natural Disaster Risk
Medium
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality. Check Australian immigration website.
Key Statistics
0.7M
Population
78
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$1.5K
1BR Rent
65
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
Griffith University
Nearby location
Bond University
Nearby location
Airports
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Nearby location
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