🇦🇺 Australia

Victoria

Large Arabic Community

Living in Melbourne

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital, known for its arts scene, coffee culture, and consistently ranking among the world's most livable cities. Strong education sector and diverse economy.

Population

5.1M

2023

Avg Salary

AUD 85,000

per year

Summer

26°C

average

Winter

10°C

average

Cost of Living

Housing

1BR Apartment (City Center)AUD 2,400/mo

1BR Apartment (Suburbs)AUD 1,800/mo

Monthly Expenses

GroceriesAUD 450

TransportationAUD 180

Cost Index

115% of national avg

Highlights

Consistently ranked most livable city
World-class coffee and food culture
Strong education sector
More affordable than Sydney

Challenges

Unpredictable weather (four seasons in one day)
Still expensive compared to other cities

Major Industries

Healthcare

Education

Finance

Manufacturing

Unemployment Rate: 4.2%

Practical Information

Nearest Airport

Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL)

Public Transit

Healthcare

Arabic Community

40+

Mosques

300+

Halal Restaurants

15+

Arabic Schools

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melbourne better than Sydney for immigrants?

Both are excellent. Melbourne offers lower living costs, better livability rankings, and strong arts/culture. Sydney has more jobs in finance/tech and warmer weather. Choose based on your industry and lifestyle preferences.

Other Cities in Australia

Large Arab Community

Sydney

Australia's global city with iconic landmarks

Regional

Adelaide

Affordable regional city with visa advantages

Brisbane

Sunny Queensland capital with 2032 Olympics growth

Regional

Perth

Mining hub with beaches and regional visa benefits

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🇦🇺 Australia

Victoria

Large Arabic Community

Living in Melbourne

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital, known for its arts scene, coffee culture, and consistently ranking among the world's most livable cities. Strong education sector and diverse economy.

Population

5.1M

2023

Avg Salary

AUD 85,000

per year

Summer

26°C

average

Winter

10°C

average