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Hobart

Cost of living, housing, transport and neighborhoods in Hobart.

Tasmania · Oceania ·UTC+10/UTC+11
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★★★★★Safety
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250,000Population

City Overview

Hobart is the capital of Tasmania and Australia’s southernmost capital — a historic port below Mount Wellington, famed for the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). From a colonial port it has become a center of tourism, education, seafood and an Antarctic-research gateway (the Australian Antarctic Division HQ). Clean air, stunning nature and a relaxed pace, with mid-range costs and great safety. The economic, cultural and nature gateway of Tasmania.

Cost of Living Snapshot

1BR Apartment A$1,500–2,200/mo (centre); A$1,200–1,700/mo (outer)
Dining Out A$17–28 (casual); A$68–115 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Transport Monthly pass ~A$120
Monthly Groceries A$490–730/mo (groceries)
USD Reference: Approx. USD 1,050–1,540/mo (1BR centre)· at 2026-07-21 FX rates
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Source: RichBay editorial estimate — indicative, not guaranteed Estimate baseline: 2026-06-21 · Actual costs vary by location, timing, and personal lifestyle.

Getting Around

Buses (Metro Tasmania); mostly car-oriented. Hobart Airport (HBA). Walkable Salamanca market and harbour.

Housing & Neighborhoods

City Center CBD/Battery Point (core/harbour)
International Hub North Hobart (culture/dining)
Quiet & Residential Sandy Bay (upscale/university)
Budget-Friendly Outer suburbs (value)

Why Live Here

  • Tasmania capital; MONA art museum
  • Antarctic-research gateway; stunning nature
  • Clean air; very safe
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