In Manukau, New Zealand, living costs about $1939 per month for one person and $4419 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Manukau are 76% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Manukau is 15% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Manukau is, on average, 15% lower than in Columbus.
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.
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.
Yes, food prices in Manukau are 45% higher compared to the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall cost of living in the area.
Public transport costs are 96% higher than the European benchmark. This makes commuting a significant expense for residents.
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Update Prices| 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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| 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 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.53 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 102 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.83 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 13.4 $ |
| 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 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 81 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 124 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 56.8 $ |
| 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 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 7,685 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 6,44 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,356 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.74% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 44.6 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 14.6 $ |
| Haircut | 18.6 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 96.3 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 65.1 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 651 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 10,236 $ |