Christchurch, New Zealand 🇳🇿
Nomad Score:
70%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$950.00
$1,800.00
$120.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$120.00
$180.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$65.00
$90.00
$3.00
|
Per day for mobile data |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$400.00
$600.00
$20.00
|
Per day for basic groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$100.00
$150.00
$10.00
|
Per day for public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$200.00
$400.00
$30.00
|
Per meal in a mid-range restaurant |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$150.00
$300.00
$25.00
|
Per activity such as museum or event |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$50.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$100.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel visa upon entry |
| Total |
$2,035.00
$3,770.00
$208.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$920.50
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$215.75
Modern spaces with amenities. Prices vary based on location.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.85
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$6.50
Local craft beers might cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$12.40
Local eateries. Prices may be higher in tourist areas.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$8.35
Standard meal at international fast-food chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$2.95
Price can vary seasonally and by variety.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$1.85
Basic white bread. Artisan breads may cost more.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.20
Price for standard full-cream milk.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.65
Price for white rice. Specialty rice may be higher.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$8.75
Price for boneless, skinless fillets.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$14.90
Price for lean cuts, varies by cut.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$14.50
Price for a decent quality bottle.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$2.75
Initial fare before distance is added.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$1.55
Standard rate. Late-night rates might be higher.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$75.00
Unlimited travel on local public transport.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.43
Price per liter. Subject to fluctuations.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$40.00
Average plan with data and calls.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$65.00
Standard fiber connection. Higher speeds available at higher costs.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$55.00
Access to fitness facilities and classes.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$18.00
Hourly rate for court rental.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$11.50
Standard adult ticket. Discounts for children and seniors.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$45.00
Price for a mid-range brand.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$38.00
Casual, non-designer dress.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$75.00
Price for a pair of well-known brands.
per pair