Cost of Living in New Zealand
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Average Cost of Living in New Zealand
5,318.0
NZ$
/month
Currency:
Restaurants902.0NZ$
Markets1,734.0NZ$
Transportation592.0NZ$
Sports And Leisure212.0NZ$
Clothing And Shoes122.0NZ$
Rent Per Month1,406.0NZ$
Utilities Per Month350.0NZ$
The average estimated expenses in New Zealand can be 5318 NZD per month. Here is a breakdown of living costs in New Zealand. In the following tables, we give you a list including the factors that contribute to the cost of living in New Zealand. This will help you understand the financial requirements associated with creating a moderate lifestyle and maintaining an average level of consumption. By examining various essential elements such as housing, transportation, food, and utilities, you will gain a clearer understanding of the financial considerations necessary to strike a balance between comfort and affordability in New Zealand.
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 25 NZD | 15 NZD - 45 NZD |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 120 NZD | 85 NZD - 180 NZD |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 15 NZD | 14 NZD - 18 NZD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 10 NZD | 7 NZD - 15 NZD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 11 NZD | 8.5 NZD - 15 NZD |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 5.57 NZD | 4.5 NZD - 7 NZD |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.84 NZD | 2.69 NZD - 5 NZD |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.42 NZD | 2.5 NZD - 5 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 2.99 NZD | 2 NZD - 4.8 NZD |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 3.23 NZD | 1.88 NZD - 5 NZD |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 3.11 NZD | 1.99 NZD - 5 NZD |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 10.86 NZD | 7 NZD - 14.4 NZD |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 13.87 NZD | 9.8 NZD - 20 NZD |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 15.94 NZD | 8 NZD - 24 NZD |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 21.52 NZD | 14 NZD - 30 NZD |
| Apples (1kg) | 4.65 NZD | 2 NZD - 6 NZD |
| Banana (1kg) | 3.81 NZD | 3 NZD - 6 NZD |
| Oranges (1kg) | 5.03 NZD | 2.99 NZD - 8 NZD |
| Tomato (1kg) | 9.17 NZD | 3.99 NZD - 14.99 NZD |
| Potato (1kg) | 3.59 NZD | 2 NZD - 6 NZD |
| Onion (1kg) | 3.12 NZD | 2 NZD - 5.5 NZD |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 4.06 NZD | 2.3 NZD - 6 NZD |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 1.97 NZD | 0.95 NZD - 4 NZD |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 16 NZD | 12 NZD - 25 NZD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 5.27 NZD | 2.5 NZD - 10 NZD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 6.3 NZD | 2.5 NZD - 11 NZD |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 40 NZD | 35 NZD - 45.9 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 182.45 NZD | 78.26 NZD - 240 NZD |
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 4 NZD | 2.2 NZD - 6 NZD |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 4 NZD | 3 NZD - 8 NZD |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 3.5 NZD | 2.7 NZD - 6 NZD |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 60 NZD | 50 NZD - 100 NZD |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 2.8 NZD | 2.57 NZD - 3 NZD |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 45,000 NZD | 37,000 NZD - 52,000 NZD |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 35,743.72 NZD | 32,000 NZD - 40,000 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment | 229.75 NZD | 148.75 NZD - 368 NZD |
| Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data | 59.2 NZD | 30 NZD - 80 NZD |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 86.69 NZD | 70 NZD - 110 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 62.49 NZD | 25 NZD - 102.5 NZD |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 25.9 NZD | 14.8 NZD - 40 NZD |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 19 NZD | 15 NZD - 25 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 1,276.16 NZD | 736 NZD - 2,000 NZD |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 20,100.3 NZD | 13,000 NZD - 28,000 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 118.13 NZD | 75 NZD - 179.9 NZD |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) | 74.06 NZD | 40 NZD - 150 NZD |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 163.11 NZD | 100 NZD - 230 NZD |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 197.31 NZD | 100 NZD - 300 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1,854.58 NZD | 1,100 NZD - 2,750 NZD |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 1,524.91 NZD | 800 NZD - 2,440 NZD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 3,006.93 NZD | 1,920 NZD - 4,800 NZD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 2,497.39 NZD | 1,400 NZD - 3,700 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 9,499.36 NZD | 5,000NZD - 15,000 NZD |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 8,062.3 NZD | 4,000NZD - 13,000 NZD |
| Title | Price | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 5,045.68 NZD | - |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate | 6.86 % | - |
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