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Member since 27 April 2013

raffayMember27 April 2013 14:06:15

Dear members,
I have been offered job in Melbourne, and will be getting 457 visa by next week. I will be getting 11k AUD per month including super. I wanted to know that is this enough amount to survive in Melbourne after tax , 2 room house rent 30 min drive away from centre, grocery, utility payout and having a normal car on lease. We are family of 3 me, wife and 1 year old kid. Will we be able to make some savings.

stumpy Laos Expert

Member since 27 November 2009

stumpyLaos Expert27 April 2013 23:22:07

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The tax will be around 30%. Rents are expensive in Melbourne, especially the closer you get to the City centre.
For cost of living check this website www.numbeo.com

In general Australia is an expensive place to live. There are families that survive on a lot less than what you have been offered.

Doctors, dentists, school fees, travel expenses,fuel costs, groceries, rents and taxes will eat into your salary.
You will be able to make a tax claim at the end of the financial year which will get you a small amount of money back.

Depending on your lifestyle you should be able to make modest savings.

sand 'n' sea Member

Member since 17 May 2013

sand 'n' seaMember17 May 2013 13:44:28

I agree. With an income of 11K a month gross on a modest lifestyle, you will do fine.

ianprendergast Member

Member since 24 May 2013

ianprendergastMember24 May 2013 01:47:54

Ya no worries, there are lots to things expensive but you can find plenty of great deals for everything.

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