The Coffee Index: Coffee Prices in Australia [Updated 2024]

How Much Does a Cup of Coffee Cost in Different Parts of Australia

Coffee is a beloved beverage in Australia, with a thriving coffee culture that has led to an abundance of cafes and coffee shops throughout the country. However, the cost of a cup of coffee can vary greatly depending on where you are in Australia. In this “Coffee Index,” we’ve gathered information on the average cost of a cup of coffee in different parts of Australia, including major cities and regional areas.

From the bustling streets of Sydney and Melbourne to the tranquil towns of Tasmania, find out how much you can expect to pay for a cup of joe in various parts of the country.

What is the average price of coffee in Australia as of now?

As of April 2024, the approximate wholesale price range for coffee in Australia is between 6.66 and 17.33 per kilogram (kg) or between US 3.02 and US 7.86 per pound (lb). If you’re interested in retail prices, the range in Australian Dollars for coffee is between AUD 14.32 and AUD 37.23 per kilogram (kg) or between 6.49 and 16.89 per pound (lb) in cities like Canberra and Melbourne.

It’s worth noting that coffee prices can vary based on location and the type of coffee you’re purchasing. For instance, a small takeaway flat white at specialty venues in Australian capital cities averages around AUD 4.78. Compared to some international capitals, this price is relatively affordable, as a small flat white in London costs about GBP 6.96.

Infographics data updated as of April 2023

Coffee Prices in Australia: Pre-Pandemic, Pandemic, and Post-Pandemic

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, coffee prices in Australia were relatively stable. A typical cup of coffee in major cities like Sydney and Melbourne was priced around 4.00 to 4.50. The market operated under normal supply and demand conditions without significant disruptions.

During the pandemic, coffee prices saw significant increases due to several factors. Supply chain disruptions severely affected global logistics, leading to increased costs and reduced availability of coffee beans and other raw materials. This situation forced cafes to raise prices to cope with the higher expenses. Additionally, cafes faced increased operational costs for labour, rent, and materials, which further pressured them to adjust their prices upwards. As a result, some cafes in Sydney and Melbourne had to increase the price of regular coffee to around AUD 4.50 to 5.00.

In the post-pandemic period, coffee prices have continued to rise due to ongoing challenges. Persistent supply chain issues, initially triggered by the pandemic, have had lasting effects, continuing to impact the availability and cost of coffee beans. Climate change and severe weather events, such as the 2021 frost in Brazil, have also reduced coffee yields, driving up prices further. Moreover, the demand for higher-quality, specialty coffees, which are more expensive to produce and source, remains strong. By 2024, the cost of a standard cup of coffee in cities like Sydney and Melbourne has risen to around AUD 5.50 or more.

Comparing coffee prices all around Australia

We have gathered information from various sources to provide information on coffee prices in different cities and towns across the country. It is also worth noting that other factors such as location, rent, wages, and supply chain disruptions can all contribute to differences in coffee prices.

Victoria

• Flat White: AUD 4.00 – AUD 6.20
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.60 – AUD 6.20
• Espresso: AUD 4.20 – AUD 5.50 
• Latte: AUD 3.50 – AUD 6.80 
• Macchiato: AUD 4.20 – AUD 4.80
• Iced Mocha: AUD 6.50 – AUD 10.00

Coffee Prices in Victoria’s Most Populous Suburbs

Werribee, Melbourne Victoria

• Flat White: AUD 4.50
  • Cappuccino: AUD 4.50
  • Espresso: AUD 3.50
• Latte: AUD 4.50 – AUD 4.80
• Long Black: AUD 4.50
• Iced Coffee: AUD 7.50 – AUD 7.80
• Iced Mocha: AUD 7.80 – AUD 8.00
• Iced Latte: AUD 6.00 – AUD 7.00
• Iced Long Black: AU6.00

Craigieburn, Melbourne Victoria

• Latte: AUD 4.00 – AUD 6.50
• Flat White: AUD 4.00 – AUD 4.60
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.00 – AUD 4.60
• Espresso: AUD 4.50 – AUD 4.60
• Long Black: AUD 4.00 – AUD 4.60
• Iced Latte: AUD 6.00 – AUD 7.90
• Iced Coffee: AUD 7.90
• Iced Mocha: AUD 7.90
• Iced Long Black: AUD 5.30

Point Cook, Melbourne Victoria

• Latte: AUD 5.90
• Flat White: AUD 4.60
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.60
• Espresso: AUD 4.60
• Long Black: AUD 4.60 – AUD 7.50
• Iced Latte: AUD 5.90 – AUD 7.50
• Iced Coffee: AUD 7.50
• Iced Mocha: AUD 7.50
• Iced Long Black: AUD 5.30 – AUD 7.50

Hoppers Crossing, Melbourne Victoria

• Latte: AUD 3.90 – AUD 6.60
• Flat White: AUD 3.90 – AUD 6.60
• Cappuccino: AUD 3.90 – AUD 6.60
• Espresso: AUD 3.20 – AUD 3.80
• Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 5.50
• Mocha: AUD 4.50
• Iced Latte: AUD 5.50 – AUD 7.00
• Iced Coffee: AUD 4.60 – AUD 7.00
• Iced Mocha: AUD 5.10 – AUD 7.00
• Iced Long Black: AUD 5.00

Sunshine, Melbourne Victoria

• Latte: AUD 4.50
• Flat White: AUD 4.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.50
• Espresso: AUD 4.00
• Long Black: AUD 4.50
• Mocha: AUD 3.60 – AUD 7.00
• Iced Latte: AUD 7.00
• Iced Coffee: AUD 7.00
• Iced Mocha: AUD 7.00

Victoria is a well-known state for its thriving coffee culture. As of 2024, the average price of a flat white in Melbourne is 5.12. However, prices can vary depending on the type of coffee, the size of the coffee, and the location of the cafe.

For example, a cappuccino or latte is typically more expensive than a long black or espresso. A large coffee will also be more expensive than a small coffee. And, Coffee in central Melbourne is typically more expensive than coffee in the suburbs.

This increase in prices is a concern for both café owners and customers, as it could potentially drive customers towards cheaper alternatives or they may just opt to make their coffee at home.

Furthermore, some café owners are feeling the pressure to increase their prices to keep up with rising costs such as rent, utilities, and staff wages. However, despite these rising costs, Melbourne’s coffee prices remain relatively low compared to other major cities worldwide.

For instance, In London, small flat white costs about 6.96, in Singapore, 8.42, and in Athens, as much as 9.95.

*Data estimates are based on recent prices from coffee shops around South Australia as of May 2024.

New South Wales

• Flat White: AUD 4.00 – AUD5.00 
• Cappuccino: AUD 3.00 – AUD 5.30 
• Espresso: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.00 
• Latte: AUD 4.00 – AUD 6.00 
• Macchiato: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.00 
• Iced Mocha: AUD 6.00 – AUD 9.00

Coffee Prices in NSW’s Most Populous Suburbs

Newcastle, NSW

• Brewed Coffee: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
  • Latte: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50
• Mocha: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Espresso: AUD 3.00 – AUD 4.00
• Iced Latte: AUD 5.00 – AUD 7.00
• Iced Coffee: AUD 5.00 – AUD 7.00
• Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50

Wollongong, NSW

• Brewed Coffee: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
• Latte: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50
• Mocha: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Espresso: AUD 3.00 – AUD 3.50
• Iced Latte: AUD 5.00 – AUD 6.50
• Iced Coffee: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50

Central Coast, NSW

• Brewed Coffee: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
• Latte: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50
• Mocha: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Espresso: AUD 3.00 – AUD 3.50
• Iced Latte: AUD 5.00 – AUD 6.50
• Iced Coffee: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50

Compared to many cities worldwide, coffee prices in New South Wales tend to be higher, particularly in urban areas like Sydney. In Newcastle, prices range from 3.50 to 7.00 for various coffee types, with lattes priced between 4.00 and 5.50 and mochas between 4.50 and 6.00. Similarly, in Wollongong, prices range from 3.50 to 6.50, with lattes priced between 4.00 and 5.50 and mochas between 4.50 and 6.00. On the Central Coast, prices are slightly lower, ranging from AUD 3.50 to AUD 6.50, with lattes priced between AUD 4.00 and AUD 5.50 and mochas between AUD 4.50 and AUD 6.00. Long blacks and cappuccinos have consistent pricing across these areas, ranging from 3.50 to 5.50.

*Data estimates are based on recent prices from coffee shops around South Australia as of May 2024.

South Australia

• Flat White: AUD 4.50 – AUD 7.00
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.80 – AUD 5.50
• Espresso: AUD 4.00 – AUD 4.50
• Latte: AUD 4.50 – AUD 7.00
• Macchiato: AUD 4.90 – AUD 5.50
• Iced Mocha: AUD 7.50 – AUD 10.00

Coffee Prices in South Australia’s Most Populous Suburbs

Morphett Vale, SA

• Espresso/Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.30
• Latte/Flat White/Cappuccino: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.60
• Mocha: AUD 3.50 – AUD 5.10
• Macchiato: AUD 3.50

Salisbury, SA

• Espresso: AUD 3.50
• Long Black: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Latte/Flat White/Cappuccino: AUD 4.00 – AUD 6.30
• Mocha: AUD 5.41 – AUD 6.80
• Macchiato: AUD 5.00
• Iced Latte: AUD 4.90 – AUD 6.30
• Iced Mocha: AUD 5.40 – AUD 6.80
• Cold Brew: AUD 6.50 – AUD 7.00

Craigmore, SA

• Espresso/Short Black: AUD 4.90
• Latte: AUD 8.90
• Flat White: AUD 8.90
• Cappuccino: AUD 8.90
• Long Black: AUD 8.90

South Australia is home to a wide variety of coffee shops, roasters, and baristas. There are cafes on every corner, and the state’s coffee scene is constantly evolving. South Australia’s coffee culture is a vibrant and exciting part of the state’s life, and it is a must-experience for any visitor to the state.

The cheapest city for coffee in Australia is Adelaide, where the average price of a coffee is AUD 4.00 and a latte may cost around AUD 4.60. However, coffee prices in Adelaide may also vary depending on the type of coffee. For example, a cappuccino is typically more expensive than a long black.

*Data estimates are based on recent prices from coffee shops around South Australia as of May 2024.

Western Australia

• Flat White: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.80
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.50 – 6.70
• Espresso: AUD 3.70 – 4.50
• Latte: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.50
• Macchiato (Short or Long): 4.80 – 7.50
• Iced Mocha: 6.80 – 11.00

Coffee Prices in Western Australia’s Most Populous Suburbs

Baldivis, WA

• Flat White: AUD 3.50 – AUD 6.00
• Cappuccino: AUD 3.50 – AUD 6.00
• Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 6.00
• Latte: AUD 3.80 – AUD 6.00
• Mocha: AUD 6.00
• Double Espresso: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.50
• Long Macchiato: AUD 4.50

Canning Vale, WA

• Espresso: AUD 3.00 – AUD 3.80
• Macchiato: AUD 3.20 – AUD 5.00
• Long Black: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.70
• Cappuccino: AUD 3.80 – AUD 4.70
• Flat White: AUD 3.80 – AUD 4.70
• Latte: AUD 3.80 – AUD 4.70
• Iced Latte: AUD 4.70
• Iced Mocha: AUD 4.70

Morley, WA

• Espresso: AUD 3.40 – AUD 3.50
• Macchiato: AUD 3.50 – AUD 4.00
• Long Black: AUD 4.30 – AUD 4.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.30 – AUD 4.50
• Flat White: AUD 4.30 – AUD 4.50
• Latte: AUD 4.30 – AUD 5.50
• Iced Latte: AUD 4.80
• Iced Long Black: AUD 4.80
• Cold Brew: AUD 5.50

In Western Australia, takeaway coffee typically costs around 4.60, but prices vary by suburb and coffee type. For example, in Baldivis, prices range from AUD 3.50 to AUD 6.00 for various coffee options, a latte ranging from AUD 3.80 to AUD 6.00. Moving to Canning Vale, prices for espresso range from AUD 3.00 to AUD 3.80, while long black, cappuccino, and flat white fall within the range of AUD 3.50 to AUD 4.70. In Morley, coffee prices also vary, with lattes ranging from AUD 4.30 to AUD 5.50. 

Despite these fluctuations, Perth’s coffee prices remain competitive compared to other Australian cities, attracting coffee enthusiasts.

*Data estimates are based on recent prices from coffee shops around Western Australia as of May 2024.

Tasmania

• Flat White: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.00
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.30 – AUD 5.50
• Espresso: AUD 3.45 – AUD 5.00 for a single shot / AUD 4.00 – AUD 5.50 for a double shot
• Latte: AUD 4.30 – AUD 6.00
• Macchiato: AUD 3.50 – AUD 5.00
• Iced Mocha: AUD 5.25 – AUD 12.50

Coffee Prices in Tasmania’s Most Populous Suburbs

Kingston, TAS​​

• Espresso (Short Black): AUD 4.50 – AUD 5.00
• Lungo (Long Black): AUD 4.50 – AUD 5.00
• Cafe Mocha: AUD 4.80 – AUD 5.30
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.80 – AUD 5.30
• Flat White: AUD 4.80 – AUD 5.30
• Latte: AUD 4.80 – AUD 5.30
• Irish Coffee: AUD 1.50
• Liqueur Cappuccino: AUD 12.00
• Babyccino: AUD 12.00

Glenorchy, TAS

• Espresso: AUD 4.20 – AUD 5.30
• Long Black: AUD 5.00 – AUD 6.95
• Iced Long Black: AUD 5.30 – AUD 7.45
• Latte: AUD 5.00 – AUD 6.95
• Cappuccino: AUD 5.00 – AUD 6.95
• Flat White: AUD 5.00 – AUD 6.95
• Iced Latte: AUD 5.50 – AUD 6.90
• Iced Coffee: AUD 8.00 – AUD 9.50
• Iced Mocha: AUD 5.50 – AUD 10.90

Tasmania is also home to a thriving coffee culture, with a range of specialty coffee shops and roasters throughout the state. Despite being a smaller market than some of the larger cities on the mainland, Tasmanians can still enjoy a quality cup of coffee at a reasonable price.

The average price of a takeaway coffee in Kingston, a suburb in Tasmania, is around 4.80. However, prices can vary depending on the type of coffee and the suburb you’re in. For example, in the trendy suburb of Kingston, a small latte can cost around 5.30. In the northern suburb of Glenorchy, you can find a regular cappuccino for just 5.00.

*Data estimates are based on recent prices from coffee shops around Tasmania as of May 2024.

Queensland

• Flat White: AUD 5.20 – AUD 5.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.95 – AUD 5.50
• Espresso: AUD 4.00 – AUD 4.40 for a single shot / AUD 4.40 for a double shot
• Latte: AUD 4.95 – AUD 5.50
• Macchiato: AUD 4.00 – AUD 4.40
• Iced Mocha: AUD 5.50 – AUD 7.00

Coffee Prices in Queensland’s Most Populous Suburbs

South Brisbane, QLD

• Latte: AUD 4.10 – AUD 4.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.10 – AUD 4.50
• Flat White: AUD 4.10 – AUD 4.50
• Long Black: AUD 3.80 – AUD 4.50
• Mocha: AUD 5.00 – AUD 5.00

Sunnybank, QLD

• Latte: AUD 4.00 – AUD 7.88
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.00 – AUD 7.88
• Flat White: AUD 4.50 – AUD 4.50
• Long Black: AUD 3.90 – AUD 4.00

Carindale, QLD

• Latte: AUD 4.95 – AUD 7.00
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.95 – AUD 7.00
• Flat White: AUD 4.60 – AUD 5.50
• Long Black: AUD 3.80 – AUD 6.80
• Mocha: AUD 5.50 – AUD 7.20

Indooroopilly QLD

• Latte: AUD 4.60 – AUD 5.40
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.60 – AUD 5.50
• Flat White: AUD 4.60 – AUD 8.00
• Long Black: AUD 3.60 – AUD 5.90
• Mocha: AUD 5.30 – AUD 6.20

Mount Gravatt, QLD

• Latte: AUD 4.50 – AUD 5.50
• Cappuccino: AUD 4.50 – AUD 5.50
• Flat White: AUD 4.50 – AUD 5.30
• Long Black: AUD 4.50 – AUD 6.10
• Mocha: AUD 5.50 – AUD 5.50

St Lucia, QLD

• Latte: AUD 5.20 – AUD 6.80
• Cappuccino: AUD 5.20 – AUD 5.85
• Flat White: AUD 3.60 – AUD 6.10
• Long Black: AUD 3.60 – AUD 6.40
• Mocha: AUD 5.20 – AUD 7.60

In Queensland, coffee is deeply ingrained in the culture, with a growing number of aficionados shaping its vibrant coffee scene. A study in 2021  highlighted shifting preferences among Queensland coffee drinkers, with 72% indicating changes in their tastes and habits. While coffee consumption is widespread across the state, pricing varies regionally, sometimes resulting in Queenslanders paying up to 6% more than those in Victoria.

Queensland’s coffee culture is diverse, offering a range of options across its suburbs. From South Brisbane’s modest range of AUD 4.10 to AUD 4.50 for lattes, cappuccinos, and flat whites, to Sunnybank’s broader spectrum spanning AUD 4.00 to AUD 7.88. Carindale’s offerings lean towards the higher end, with lattes and cappuccinos priced between AUD 4.95 and AUD 7.00, and flat whites from AUD 4.60 to AUD 5.50. Meanwhile, Indooroopilly provides diverse options from AUD 4.60 to AUD 8.00, with Mount Gravatt offering a more modest range of AUD 4.50 to AUD 5.50. Lastly, St Lucia caters to premium tastes, with prices ranging from AUD 5.20 to AUD 6.80.

*Data estimates are based on recent prices from coffee shops around Queensland as of May 2024.