Wellington, New Zealand

In 2025, a single person living in Wellington needs approximately NZD 3,479/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around NZD 6,629/month. Wellington is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Wellington costs approximately NZD 2,284/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around NZD 4,152/month. Rent has changed +3.8% vs 2024.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Wellington are approximately NZD 612 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Wellington costs NZD 223 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Wellington average NZD 202 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Wellington is located in New Zealand (Oceania). With a 1-bed rent of NZD 2,284/month and total single-person expenses around NZD 3,479/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Wellington costs approximately NZD 20 in 2025. Budget around NZD 158/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Wellington from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21% over this period (from NZD 1,936 in 2022 to NZD 2,343 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Wellington in 2025, a single person needs approximately NZD 3,479/month. This covers rent (NZD 2,284), groceries (NZD 612), transport (NZD 223), utilities (NZD 202) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around NZD 6,629/month.