Cost of living in Manukau

In Manukau, New Zealand, living costs about $1939 per month for one person and $4419 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Manukau compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Manukau are 76% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Manukau compare to your city?

Manukau is 15% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in Manukau is, on average, 15% lower than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in Manukau?

Who is Manukau a good fit for?

Manukau is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Manukau so expensive?

The high cost of living in Manukau is primarily influenced by elevated rent and utility expenses. These costs significantly affect overall affordability in the city.

Is food expensive in Manukau?

Yes, food prices in Manukau are 45% higher compared to the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall cost of living in the area.

Is public transport affordable in Manukau?

Public transport costs are 96% higher than the European benchmark. This makes commuting a significant expense for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1939 $
Without Rent
784 $
Rent & Utilities
1155 $
Food
540 $
Transport
119 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3356 $
GDP per Capita
48,528 $
Freedom Index
8.88
Lifespan
83 years
Speak English
98%
Population
376.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.7 $
Dinner 82.1 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.48 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.32 $
Capuccino 3.58 $
Coke, 330ml 2.08 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.88 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.18 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.61 $
Eggs, 12 pack 7.17 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.97 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.1 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.1 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.02 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.31 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.45 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.89 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.84 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.98 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.7 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 9.54 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.04 $
Cigarette pack 22.7 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.53 $
Monthly Pass 102 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.83 $
Taxi, 8 km 13.4 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 39.2 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 11 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.35 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 1.76 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.59 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 81 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 124 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 56.8 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 987 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,905 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,139 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,698 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 7,685 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 6,44 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,356 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.74%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 44.6 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.6 $
Haircut 18.6 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 96.3 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 65.1 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 651 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 10,236 $

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Manukau vs Majuro (Majuro is 21% less expensive) Manukau vs Djarrit (Djarrit is 22% less expensive)
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Manukau vs Honiara (Honiara is 25% less expensive) Manukau vs Auki (Auki is 24% less expensive)
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Tonga
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Fiji
Manukau vs Suva (Suva is 53% less expensive) Manukau vs Nasinu (Nasinu is 54% less expensive) Manukau vs Nadi (Nadi is 54% less expensive) Manukau vs Lautoka (Lautoka is 69% less expensive)
Samoa
Manukau vs Manase (Manase is 66% less expensive) Manukau vs Apia (Apia is 66% less expensive)
Nauru
Manukau vs Yaren (Yaren is 68% less expensive)
Tuvalu
Manukau vs Funafuti (Funafuti is 69% less expensive) Manukau vs Vaiaku (Vaiaku is 69% less expensive)
Papua New Guinea
Manukau vs Port Moresby (Port Moresby is 71% less expensive) Manukau vs Lae (Lae is 72% less expensive)
Kiribati
Manukau vs South Tarawa (South Tarawa is 73% less expensive) Manukau vs London (London is 73% less expensive)