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Byron Bay

Australia's wellness capital since the 1970s, with an iconic surf town and real dive/freediving scene.

In Byron Bay, a mid-range month runs about $3,604 (A$5,057) and there is low violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)High

More expensive day to day than about 75% of cities

Internet6.4/10

Faster internet than about 65% of cities

Visas3/10

Harder visas than about 90% of cities

Coworking7.9/10

Better coworking than about 75% of cities

English10/10

English is the native language

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness5/10

Fewer wellness options than about 55% of cities

Getting There2.3/10

Harder to reach than about 85% of cities

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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