Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Australia is 41.33 times more expensive as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Australia and São Tomé and Príncipe. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Australia and São Tomé and Príncipe.
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 Indicators  | Australia  | São Tomé and Príncipe  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,500 AUD (1,598.50 USD) | 1,500 STN (66 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 3,500 AUD (2,237.90 USD) | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 4,500 AUD (2,877.30 USD) | 3,500 STN (154 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,800 AUD (1,150.92 USD) | 1,000 STN (44 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 2,500 AUD (1,598.50 USD) | 1,800 STN (79.20 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 3,200 AUD (2,046.08 USD) | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 4.5 % | 1.2 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2.5 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.3 to 1.75 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Australia is 20.79 times more expensive than São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 1,200 AUD (767.28 USD) | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 90 STN (3.96 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 654.96% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Australia costs 5.81 times more compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 70 AUD (44.76 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 40 AUD (25.58 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 60 AUD (38.36 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 1676.11% more in Australia compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 3.50 AUD (2.24 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 2.50 AUD (1.60 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1.50 AUD (0.96 USD) | 1 STN (0.04 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 3 AUD (1.92 USD) | 1.50 STN (0.07 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 6.50 AUD (4.16 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 10 AUD (6.39 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 15 AUD (9.59 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
In Australia, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 19.38 times more expensive than the cost in São Tomé and Príncipe.
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1572.15% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 4 AUD (2.56 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 3 AUD (1.92 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 4 AUD (2.56 USD) | 3.50 STN (0.15 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 5 AUD (3.20 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 2.50 AUD (1.60 USD) | 2.50 STN (0.11 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 4.50 AUD (2.88 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 2 AUD (1.28 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 3 AUD (1.92 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 14.53 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 12 STN (0.53 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 70 AUD (44.76 USD) | 35 STN (1.54 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 12 AUD (7.67 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 4 AUD (2.56 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 3 AUD (1.92 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 25 AUD (15.98 USD) | 12 STN (0.53 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 25 AUD (15.98 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 2638.10% more in Australia compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 15 AUD (9.59 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 8 AUD (5.12 USD) | 6 STN (0.26 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 4 AUD (2.56 USD) | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 6 AUD (3.84 USD) | 6 STN (0.26 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 25 AUD (15.98 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 19.38 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 4 AUD (2.56 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 5 AUD (3.20 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 4 AUD (2.56 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 2 AUD (1.28 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 70 AUD (44.76 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 5 AUD (3.20 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 3 AUD (1.92 USD) | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 17.46 times more for transportation.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 35,000 AUD (22,379 USD) | 20,000 STN (880 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 500 AUD (319.70 USD) | 300 STN (13.20 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 120 AUD (76.73 USD) | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 6 % | 8 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 1.70 AUD (1.09 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 6.45 AUD (4.12 USD) | 18 STN (0.79 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 2 AUD 1.28 USD | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 24.80 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Australia compared to that of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 70 AUD (44.76 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 500 AUD (319.70 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 1,000 AUD (639.40 USD) | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 30 AUD (19.18 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 10 AUD (6.39 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 32.24 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 500 AUD (319.70 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Haircuts  | 30 AUD (19.18 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 5 AUD (3.20 USD) | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 3 AUD (1.92 USD) | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 26.12 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 120 AUD (76.73 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 300 AUD (191.82 USD) | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 90 STN (3.96 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 120 AUD (76.73 USD) | 70 STN (3.08 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 90 AUD (57.55 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 25 AUD (15.98 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 10 AUD (6.39 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 10 AUD (6.39 USD) | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Sportswear  | 70 AUD (44.76 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 15.28 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 40 AUD (25.58 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 1,200 AUD (767.28 USD) | 600 STN (26.40 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 1,000 AUD (639.40 USD) | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 1,000 AUD (639.40 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 300 AUD (191.82 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 500 AUD (319.70 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 31.97 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 800 AUD (511.52 USD) | 900 STN (39.60 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 1,000 AUD (639.40 USD) | 1,200 STN (52.80 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 1,500 AUD (959.10 USD) | 1,500 STN (66 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 20,000 AUD (12,788 USD) | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 30,000 AUD (19,182 USD) | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 40,000 AUD (25,576 USD) | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
After School Activities  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 800 AUD (511.52 USD) | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Tutoring  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 300 AUD (191.82 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
School Supplies  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 118.60 times more for school and education.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 60 AUD (38.36 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 70 AUD (44.76 USD) | 70 STN (3.08 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 10 AUD (6.39 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 30 AUD (19.18 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Bowling  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 15 AUD (9.59 USD) | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Video Games  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 15 AUD (9.59 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 30 AUD (19.18 USD) | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 250 AUD (159.85 USD) | 400 STN (17.60 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 16.15 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 400 AUD (255.76 USD) | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Art Classes  | 30 AUD (19.18 USD) | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20 AUD (12.79 USD) | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 50 AUD (31.97 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 40 AUD (25.58 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 15 AUD (9.59 USD) | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Educational Software  | 200 AUD (127.88 USD) | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 20.71 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 6,000 AUD (3,836.40 USD) | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 4,800 AUD (3,069.12 USD) | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 66.67 AUD per hour (42.63 USD) | 33.33 STN per hour (1.47 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 2,000 AUD (1,278.80 USD) | 800 STN (35.20 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 10 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 9.5 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 9.5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 70 | 50 |
Median Household Income  | 8,000 AUD (5,115.20 USD) | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
If you lived in Australia, you would earn 38.71 times more salary as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | Australia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 300 AUD (191.82 USD) | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 150 AUD (95.91 USD) | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 100 AUD (63.94 USD) | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 80 AUD (51.15 USD) | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Professional Services cost 31.57 times more in Australia, as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
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