New Zealand
Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in New Zealand — average cost index 30/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 30 to 30. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in New Zealand
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is New Zealand cheap to live in?
Across 1 cities in New Zealand, the average cost-of-living index is 30 (New York = 100) — from 30 in Auckland to 30 in Auckland. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in New Zealand?
Auckland is the most affordable city we track in New Zealand, with a cost-of-living index of 30 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $1,300/month.
How much does it cost to live in New Zealand per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of New Zealand for roughly $600–$840/month. Costs scale up toward Auckland. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Auckland with anywhere
Dig into any New Zealand city, or see where your salary stretches furthest worldwide.