Kalgoorlie, Australia

With a population of just 30,841, Kalgoorlie is a remote mining town where the harsh climate and heavy bureaucracy are persistent headaches. The city's wealth is built on gold, with the massive Super Pit mine employing around a quarter of the local workforce. However, the rapid growth and decline of the 19th century gold rush left a legacy of brothels, bandits, and buildings constructed from the tellurium-rich mineral calaverite. While Kalgoorlie has a diverse cultural scene, the isolation and heavy reliance on the mining industry make it best suited for those drawn to the outback lifestyle.