Anyone from the US in OZ now?

[JulianK]

I am considering moving to Australia (Adelaide is my choice). I am just not real sure on how the money comparison will be. I make enough here to get by with my family, but with the OZ tax system like it is, I am not sure. ANy info would be greatly appreciated!

[starry]

Hi JulianK,
I'm an aussie currently in Canada (my husband is Canadian) but we normally live in Adelaide. If you have any questions maybe I can help.

[JulianK]

Hi Starry, thank you for your time. I guess my biggest concern is money. Is it feasible to live off a one person income for a family of 4 or more (don't know yet if my neices will come with us)?

[kendra]

Hi JulianK, the level of money required would depend on your type of work and where you wanted to live.
At an extreme basic wage of $500 per week, rent can be had for $180-200.
Tax is minimal on a low income, rises at a higher bracket. Low income earners are covered by the health care system , public schooling is also minimal. You would have to check what aussie newcomers are entitled to but from what I have heard the US has far more of a user pays system.

[JulianK]

HI Kendra, thanks for all of your responses on all of the threads I have posted I gues right now one of my biggest concerns is what the equivelant of jobs/money from here to there. Was it difficult financially for you (or anyone else) to move from another country (other than UK- it seems like their dollar or lb<sic> gets the most bang).

[synthia]

Welcome, JulianK! I'm sure you find lots of answers to your questions about Adelaide and moving to Australia here.