Cost of Living in Auckland - Updated Prices & Insights

74.74

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,027 (excluding rent), and $2,293 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,588 (excluding rent), and $4,628 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$15.31 NZ$25.25

$11.02 NZ$18.18

$27.56 NZ$45.46

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$76.9 NZ$127

$47.31 NZ$78

$118 NZ$195

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.53 NZ$15.72

$8.34 NZ$13.75

$10.72 NZ$17.67

Cappuccino

$3.56 NZ$5.87

$3.04 NZ$5.01

$4.34 NZ$7.16

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.35 NZ$3.87

$1.84 NZ$3.03

$3.37 NZ$5.57

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.28 NZ$3.75

$1.84 NZ$3.03

$3.68 NZ$6.07

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$7.11 NZ$11.72

$5.33 NZ$8.79

$8.87 NZ$14.63

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$7.07 NZ$11.67

$5.3 NZ$8.75

$8.25 NZ$13.6

Milk (1 liter)

$1.75 NZ$2.89

$1.19 NZ$1.96

$2.37 NZ$3.91

White Bread (500g)

$2.04 NZ$3.36

$1.18 NZ$1.95

$2.95 NZ$4.86

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2 NZ$3.31

$1.22 NZ$2.02

$3.05 NZ$5.03

Eggs

$6.64 NZ$10.96

$4.12 NZ$6.8

$8.48 NZ$13.99

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.52 NZ$14.06

$5.33 NZ$8.78

$11.83 NZ$19.51

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$9.5 NZ$15.67

$5.99 NZ$9.87

$11.97 NZ$19.75

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$13.14 NZ$21.67

$7.92 NZ$13.07

$17.06 NZ$28.14

Apples (1kg)

$2.81 NZ$4.64

$1.78 NZ$2.94

$4.15 NZ$6.85

Banana (1kg)

$2.18 NZ$3.59

$1.76 NZ$2.9

$2.93 NZ$4.82

Oranges (1kg)

$3.38 NZ$5.57

$2.48 NZ$4.08

$4.95 NZ$8.17

Tomato (1kg)

$4.04 NZ$6.67

$2.08 NZ$3.43

$5.95 NZ$9.81

Potato (1kg)

$2 NZ$3.29

$1.19 NZ$1.96

$3.56 NZ$5.87

Onion (1kg)

$1.71 NZ$2.82

$0.98 NZ$1.62

$2.47 NZ$4.07

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.95 NZ$3.22

$1.22 NZ$2.02

$3.04 NZ$5.02

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.27 NZ$2.1

$0.61 NZ$1

$2.44 NZ$4.02

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$24.87 NZ$41.01

$21.31 NZ$35.15

$29.6 NZ$48.82

Wine (Bottle)

$12.02 NZ$19.83

$9.01 NZ$14.87

$15.03 NZ$24.78

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.97 NZ$4.89

$1.53 NZ$2.53

$5.96 NZ$9.83

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.9 NZ$6.43

$1.82 NZ$3

$7.27 NZ$11.99

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.74 NZ$4.52

$1.79 NZ$2.95

$3.58 NZ$5.91

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$128 NZ$211

$119 NZ$196

$137 NZ$226

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.08 NZ$3.44

$1.79 NZ$2.95

$2.97 NZ$4.9

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.97 NZ$3.26

$1.52 NZ$2.51

$3.84 NZ$6.33

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$35.23 NZ$58.1

$30.11 NZ$49.66

$36.13 NZ$59.6

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.7 NZ$2.8

$1.54 NZ$2.55

$1.82 NZ$3

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$28.6K NZ$47.2K

$24.4K NZ$40.2K

$32.9K NZ$54.2K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$22.1K NZ$36.4K

$21K NZ$34.7K

$22.8K NZ$37.7K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$141 NZ$233

$95.6 NZ$158

$208 NZ$343

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$30.64 NZ$50.5

$12.12 NZ$19.99

$48.48 NZ$80

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$48.73 NZ$80.4

$39.14 NZ$64.6

$65.6 NZ$108

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$36.43 NZ$60.1

$12.28 NZ$20.25

$73.7 NZ$121

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$16.76 NZ$27.64

$12.19 NZ$20.1

$21.32 NZ$35.17

Cinema Ticket

$15.21 NZ$25.09

$10.35 NZ$17.07

$18.26 NZ$30.12

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$916 NZ$1,510

$805 NZ$1,328

$1,270 NZ$2,094

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$13.5K NZ$22.3K

$12K NZ$19.7K

$16.8K NZ$27.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$71.2 NZ$117

$42.69 NZ$70.4

$97.6 NZ$161

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$49.87 NZ$82.3

$30.06 NZ$49.58

$72.1 NZ$119

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$97.4 NZ$161

$59.6 NZ$98.3

$119 NZ$197

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$128 NZ$210

$79.9 NZ$132

$215 NZ$355

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,281 NZ$2,112

$1,011 NZ$1,668

$1,685 NZ$2,780

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,116 NZ$1,841

$827 NZ$1,364

$1,477 NZ$2,437

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,410 NZ$3,975

$1,859 NZ$3,066

$3,077 NZ$5,075

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,823 NZ$3,007

$1,538 NZ$2,536

$2,131 NZ$3,515

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$8,420 NZ$13.9K

$5,740 NZ$9,466

$11.6K NZ$19.1K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$6,629 NZ$10.9K

$4,566 NZ$7,531

$9,914 NZ$16.4K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,177 NZ$5,239

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

6.37

Citycost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

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Cost of Living in Auckland - Frequently Asked Questions

Auckland offers a cosmopolitan setup with varied options, from quiet coastal suburbs to vibrant inner-city neighborhoods. You'll find a mix of established apartments and family homes, and costs reflect location, lifestyle, and transport access more than a single rate. For many, lifestyle amenities - coffee culture, parks, trails, and easy access to nature - offset higher rents compared with smaller towns. Housing remains the main budget driver, while groceries and dining sit mid-to-high relative to regional peers. For a quick snapshot, consider the Cost of Living in Auckland and how it aligns with your visa status, work pattern, and weekend plans. Tip: map commute times before choosing a base.

In daily life, you'll likely balance a flexible work setup with a mix of urban and walkable neighborhoods. Start your housing search in neighborhoods that suit your pace - central, river, or coast - and use short-term rentals to test areas. Food options range from fresh markets to diverse eateries; cooking at home helps control costs, while coffee breaks offer easy social glue. Public transport is practical, with trains and buses linking key hubs, though some rideshare options simplify errands. Auckland living cost is influenced by location, season, and personal habits; plan grocery trips and peak-traffic times to save time and money. Tip: try a two-week trial in a neighborhood before committing.

A practical budgeting framework helps you balance housing, groceries, and play. Start with a flexible rent plan - look for leases with renewal options and utilities included to avoid spikes. Build a monthly split: housing, groceries, transport, and local activities, then add a buffer for leisure, gear, or travel. Seasonality matters: summers may bring higher energy use for cooling and more outdoor events; winters can favor walking and public transit with occasional rain. Neighborhood fit matters too - aim for a base near groceries, cafes, and a transit line to minimize extra trips. Tip: rotate weekend rituals across neighborhoods to spread costs and keep life fresh.