The cost of living in New Zealand

Compared to say London, New Zealand is a much cheaper place to live.  The cost of transport, accommodation, entertainment and so on is at much lower levels.

Below is a table of some helpful price comparisons:

Average price comparisons between Sydney, London and Wellington (NZD$)

 Item  Sydney  London  Wellington 
 Rent (two bdrm flat per month)   1,310 3,880 1,200
 Daily travel card  16 17 8.50
 Cinema ticket  18 20 16
 Coffee 4 5 3.50
 Litre of petrol  1.60 2.70 1.70
 Bottle of beer in a pub  7 10 6
 Glass of wine in a pub   7 10 6
 Pub meal (two courses)   18 25 15
 Litre of milk   2.50 4 2
 Loaf of bread  3 4 3
 Daily newspaper  1.50 2.50 1.20

 

To find out how much your currency is worth in New Zealand dollars, view XE's website.

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