Wellington
New Zealand, Oceania
0.5M people
NZST
English
Capital City
Coastal City
Wellington
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand, known for its vibrant culture, stunning harbour views, and proximity to outdoor adventures.
University City
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
92
Medical
Excellent
18°
L: 10°
Best time to visitNovember
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
75
Rent Index
Expensive
80
Groceries
Very Expensive
72
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,800
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeModerate expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
80
Excellent
Excellent80
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
100
Outstanding
Excellent100
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
80/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$55K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
38h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
92
Excellent
Excellent92
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
111
Hospital Density
25
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
82
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent96
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
111
Disaster Risk
Moderate (earthquakes)
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
92
Health Index
LIFESPAN
82
Years
HOSPITALS
25
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
35
Fair
Poor35
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
65
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$80
Public Transport
PER LITER
$2.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
70
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
85
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
55
Fair
Nearby Airports
Wellington International Airport
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
70
Good
Good70
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
45 Index
Poor45
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$80
per month
Fuel
$2
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
15
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
85
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
82
Excellent
Major Universities
Victoria University of Wellington
Higher education institution
Massey University (Wellington campus)
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
80
Excellent80
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
78
Good78
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
100
Excellent100
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Unknown
Integration Score
80
Excellent80
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure90/100
Visa Process75/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$55,000
Work Hours/Week
38h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Moderate
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease80/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency100/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
English, Māori
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Active, outdoorsy
Practical Information
Time Zone
NZST
Languages
English, Māori
Emergency
111
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory
Weekend Culture
Active, outdoorsy
Best Time to Visit
November
December
January
February
March
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate (earthquakes)
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
0.5M
Population
78
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$1.5K
1BR Rent
70
Transport
$55K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Victoria University of Wellington
Nearby location
Massey University (Wellington campus)
Nearby location
Airports
Wellington International Airport
Nearby location
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