New Zealand
Cost of Living in Hamilton
Monthly Total
$2,267
$39,673
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$773
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$50
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$773
$13,528
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$115
$2,013
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$125
$2,188
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$144
$2,520
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$600
$10,500
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$254
$4,445
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$204
$3,570
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$52
$910
Monthly Total
$2,267
$39,673
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