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What is the approximate cost of living in New Zealand for a family?

Asked by MovingToNZ · 10 Feb 2024

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Monthly budget for a family of 4 in Auckland: Rent $2800-3500 (3-bed house), Groceries $1200-1600, Power/gas $200-300, Internet $80-100, Insurance $150-200, Petrol $200-300, Phone plans $40-60 each. Total: $5000-6500/month. Wellington and Christchurch are 15-25% cheaper on rent. Smaller cities like Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin can be 30-40% cheaper. Use the official cost of living calculator at live-work.immigration.govt.nz

NZResident · 12 Feb 2024

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