Wellington
New Zealand
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Wellington offers a high cost of living, with monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment around NZ$1,300 outside the city center. Housing prices are above NZ$1 million on average. The city is relatively safe, with good healthcare access and a moderate climate. Public transport is available but limited compared to larger cities, and the city is walkable. The job market is stable, especially in government and creative sectors. The community is diverse with a strong cultural scene.
Average cost of living€2,312.67
Quality of Life91/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€600.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,128.00
1-bed flat (outside)€932.85
3-bed flat (center)€1,827.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,649.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€5,473.00
sqm outside center€4,513.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€135.49
Internet€44.33
Mobile plan€28.42
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.32
Monthly pass€91.71
Taxi start€1.87
Gasoline (1 l)€1.45
Leisure
Cinema ticket€10.33
Fitness club€31.00
Education
Preschool (month)€688.18
Intl. primary (year)€10,923.00
Demographics
Population 215,000
Metropolitan area population 440,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Stable job market in government and creative sectors
- ✓ Good healthcare access
- ✓ Walkable city center
- ✓ Moderate climate year-round
Disadvantages
- × High housing costs and rent
- × Cost of living above average
- × Limited public transport options
- × Property prices exceed NZ$1 million