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About Oamaru

Oamaru is a charming coastal town in New Zealand’s South Island, known for its Victorian architecture, relaxed pace, and scenic seaside views 🏛️🌊. For digital nomads, it offers a peaceful, low-cost base with good cafes, creative vibes, and easy access to nature. It’s ideal if you want focus, inspiration, and a slower lifestyle 🧑‍💻☕.

Through the year

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0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 64 mm Feb: 59 mm Mar: 55 mm Apr: 52 mm May: 43 mm Jun: 54 mm Jul: 83 mm Aug: 31 mm Sep: 61 mm Oct: 93 mm Nov: 71 mm Dec: 100 mm Jan: 20°C / 12°C Feb: 21°C / 12°C Mar: 19°C / 10°C Apr: 17°C / 8°C May: 14°C / 5°C Jun: 11°C / 4°C Jul: 11°C / 2°C Aug: 12°C / 3°C Sep: 14°C / 4°C Oct: 16°C / 6°C Nov: 18°C / 9°C Dec: 19°C / 11°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

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Key scores

Cost of Living 5.3
Internet Speed 7.3
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.2
Safety 9.0
Weather 6.3
Accommodation Cost 5.4
Nomad Friendly 3.4
Female Friendly 8.7
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Oamaru
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $290.51 per month
Coffee $2.91 per cup
Beer $4.65 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $10.46 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $34.86 per month
Mobile Plan $14.53 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $40.67 per month
Coworking Space $104.58 per month

Other cities in New Zealand

Other cities in New Zealand
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Christchurch $3,499 6.5 Compare
2 Wellington $4,144 6.5 Compare
3 Auckland $4,453 6.4 Compare
4 Hamilton $3,447 6.2 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Arrowtown NZ New Zealand $5,040 5.5 Compare
2 Queenstown NZ New Zealand $4,302 6.0 Compare
3 Wanaka NZ New Zealand $2,876 5.8 Compare
4 Dunedin NZ New Zealand $3,613 6.1 Compare

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