Is Rockingham Expensive?

Perth, Australia

-22% vs Perth avg

Living in Rockingham, Perth

Rockingham is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Perth, with a cost of living index of 49.5 — that is -22% compared to the Perth average. Ranked #20 of 22, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around A$1,662/month, compared to a range of A$1,535 in Midland to A$2,664 in Dalkeith.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Rockingham, housing takes up roughly 35% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately A$66,500 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Rockingham

Salaries in Rockingham reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 49.5:

After tax and deductions of 12.5% in Australia, take-home pay for someone earning A$66,500 would be roughly A$58,187/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

49.5
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
A$1,662
Est. 1BR Rent
#20
of 22 Areas
12.5%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Rockingham

Estimated annual deductions on a A$52,752 salary in Rockingham, Perth (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
Total Deductions: 12.5%
Est. Take-Home: A$46,139/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Rockingham would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $37,125
London GBP £31,949
Dubai AED AED 185,766

Other Neighborhoods in Perth

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Dalkeith 79.4 1.25x +25%
Cottesloe 77.5 1.22x +22%
CBD 74.9 1.18x +18%
Subiaco 73.0 1.15x +15%
Applecross 73.0 1.15x +15%

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Compare Rockingham

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rockingham expensive in Perth?

Rockingham is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Perth. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #20 out of 22 neighborhoods.

How does Rockingham compare to the Perth average?

The cost of living in Rockingham is well below the Perth average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Australian Bureau of Statistics · Australian Taxation Office · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.