Auckland, New Zealand 🇳🇿
#603
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Auckland is known for its high cost of living, especially compared to many other cities globally.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, with limited affordable options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average, with groceries and dining out being relatively expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is moderately priced, with options like buses and trains available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Entertainment such as cinemas, events, and dining can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
57%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
The New Zealand Dollar is stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
70%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in central Auckland catering to digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes with power outlets and reliable internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
63%
Weight: 100
Moderate popularity among digital nomads, growing community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance and outdoor lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
84%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution in urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
86%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive for non-residents without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
86%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
52%
Weight: 80
Mild maritime climate with moderate rainfall and variable sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
89%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas throughout the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct but mild seasons with moderate temperature changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, quieter than many large cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Maori and multicultural heritage with vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options but not as vibrant as larger global cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
68%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn English and Maori culture.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81%
Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural and adventure tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate indoor entertainment options including museums and cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with fresh seafood and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios with varied classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Plenty of organic and health-conscious food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
45%
Weight: 20
Far ahead of many global time zones, which can complicate communication with Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
67%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; many rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Supportive freelance community with coworking spaces and meetups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
68%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with government support.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payment methods and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some regulatory clarity but limited mainstream use.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
International airport with good connections to Asia-Pacific and limited direct flights elsewhere.
🚇 Public Transit
58%
Weight: 20
Public transit is improving but still limited compared to major global cities.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Central Auckland is walkable, but suburbs less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
78%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Limited train services; mostly reliant on buses and domestic flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Some electric scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G and expanding 5G coverage in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Standard tourist visas are straightforward but digital nomad visa options are limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
43%
Weight: 30
Relatively high tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires residency or local address; some paperwork involved.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but high costs and visa limitations.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
60%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events but smaller community.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Active but smaller online digital nomad groups focused on Auckland.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
87%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial tolerance overall.