Nelson, New Zealand 🇳🇿
Nomad Score:
68%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$850.75
$1,500.50
$100.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$120.45
$180.60
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$75.30
$95.80
$5.00
|
Per day for mobile data |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$300.25
$450.75
$20.00
|
Per day for basic meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$60.00
$120.30
$15.00
|
Per day for car rental/public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$100.00
$220.50
$35.00
|
Per day for two meals |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$75.50
$150.00
$25.00
|
Per day for activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$50.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$10.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by initial visa cost |
| Total |
$1,642.25
$2,968.45
$200.00
|
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)
$950.75
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$150.00
Price for a hot desk. Dedicated desks cost more.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.95
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$7.50
Local craft beers might be slightly more expensive.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$12.40
Casual dining or local takeaway options.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$8.25
Typical price at major fast-food chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$3.10
Price may vary slightly with seasonal changes.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$2.80
Price for a standard loaf. Artisan breads cost more.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.20
Price for standard whole milk.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.60
Price for white rice, varies with type and brand.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$10.45
Boneless, skinless. Prices may vary based on packaging.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$15.30
Standard beef cuts, premium cuts are more expensive.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$12.95
Average price for a mid-range bottle.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$3.00
Initial charge upon entering the taxi.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$1.50
Cost per kilometer after the initial charge.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$45.00
Unlimited travel for a month within the city.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.75
Per liter. Prices fluctuate with global oil market.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$25.00
Basic plan with limited data. Unlimited plans cost more.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$60.00
High-speed internet with unlimited data.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$55.00
Standard access. Premium facilities may charge more.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$12.00
Hourly rate. Prices may vary by facility.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$10.50
Standard price for a single ticket, 3D movies may cost more.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$45.00
Mid-range brand. Designer brands are more expensive.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$35.00
Average price for a casual dress.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$70.00
Price for a mid-range brand.
per pair