Blacktown, Australia
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1935
Retiree Score
Safety Index
52.7
Healthcare

The population of 50,961 is a reality check - Blacktown is a sprawling, diverse suburb, not a quaint village. While it has undergone significant development, the bureaucracy and infrastructure remain a persistent headache. Summers are brutally hot, with over 29 days exceeding 30°C, and winters can be bone-chillingly cold. Blacktown's multicultural makeup is a selling point, but it's not for the faint of heart - this is a place for those seeking an authentic urban experience, warts and all.

Can I afford Blacktown?

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You could save

$1180 / month

Savings Rate39%
Rent $842
Living Costs $978
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Safety
83
Healthcare
Walkability
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Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1
Bread (loaf)
Eggs (12)$3
Rice (1kg)
Chicken (1kg)

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$11
Meal (Mid-range)$105
Cappuccino$3
Water (0.33L)

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$185
Mobile Plan (mo)$30
Gym (mo)$53
Cinema Ticket$14

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$842
1BR Outside (mo)
3BR Center (mo)$1333
3BR Outside (mo)

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Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary
$3878
Mortgage Interest Rate
5.86%

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