Moving to
Australia
The real numbers for Australia: take-home pay after tax, the true cost of living in Sydney, and how expats and nomads get a visa.
Take-home pay
Net salary in Australia after income tax and social security:
2024-25 resident rates including the 2% Medicare levy; retirement 'super' is paid by employers, not deducted.
Cost of living · Sydney
Visa
No nomad visa; younger remote workers usually use the Working Holiday visa (under-35s).
Very safe with strong rule of law; ordinary big-city precautions apply.
Dial 000 for police, ambulance or fire.
Get paid in your home currency, spend in AUD, skip the ~3% bank markup.
Nomad-friendly cover that works from day one — most visas require it.
Moving to Australia — FAQ
Is there income tax in Australia?
Yes. Australia taxes income on progressive brackets. On a $60,000 salary the effective rate is about 21.5%, leaving roughly $47,104.
Can digital nomads get a visa for Australia?
Australia has no dedicated digital-nomad visa. No nomad visa; younger remote workers usually use the Working Holiday visa (under-35s).
How much does it cost to live in Sydney?
A single person needs roughly $2,700/month in Sydney, and a family around $6,200/month, all-in.