New Zealand
Cost of Living in Wellington
Monthly Total
$2,761
$48,318
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,348
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$47
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
$1,348
$23,590
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$199
$3,483
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$161
$2,818
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$168
$2,940
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$272
$4,760
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$240
$4,200
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$44
$770
Monthly Total
$2,761
$48,318
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