Cost of living in Masterton

In Masterton, New Zealand, a family of four typically needs around $2922 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $1334 monthly.

How expensive is Masterton compared to other cities?

Masterton is 21% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Masterton compare to your city?

Masterton is 57% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Masterton is, on average, 73% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Masterton?

Who is Masterton a good fit for?

Masterton is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Masterton so expensive?

The primary driver of Masterton's high cost of living is the elevated rent and utilities. This can make it challenging for those without significant income to manage expenses.

Is food expensive in Masterton?

Yes, food prices are 18% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall cost of living.

Is public transport affordable in Masterton?

Public transport is 31% higher than the European benchmark, making it a significant expense for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1334 $
Without Rent
622 $
Rent & Utilities
712 $
Food
440 $
Transport
80 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2009 $
GDP per Capita
48,528 $
Freedom Index
8.88
Lifespan
83 years
Speak English
98%
Population
21.4K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 6.3 $
Dinner 56.8 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 7.53 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.76 $
Capuccino 2.86 $
Coke, 330ml 2.06 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.78 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.26 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.28 $
Eggs, 12 pack 7.13 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.53 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 11 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.5 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.88 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.98 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.51 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.04 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.4 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.26 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.65 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.23 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 9.55 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.09 $
Cigarette pack 21.7 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.53 $
Monthly Pass 101 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.74 $
Taxi, 8 km 20.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 34 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.07 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.06 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 1.83 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.74 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 52 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 80 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 54.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 573 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 863 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 739 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,311 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,589 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,591 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,009 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.67%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 36.7 $
Cinema, 1 seat 8.84 $
Haircut 14.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 91.9 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 61.3 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 42 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 5,031 $

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Australia
Masterton vs Melbourne (Melbourne is 80% more expensive) Masterton vs Sydney (Sydney is 110% more expensive) Masterton vs Brisbane (Brisbane is 87% more expensive) Masterton vs Perth (Perth is 76% more expensive) Masterton vs Adelaide (Adelaide is 68% more expensive) Masterton vs Gold Coast (Gold Coast is 72% more expensive) Masterton vs Canberra (Canberra is 79% more expensive) Masterton vs Sunshine Coast (Sunshine Coast is 30% more expensive) Masterton vs Wollongong (Wollongong is 15% more expensive) Masterton vs Ipswich (Ipswich is 41% more expensive)
New Zealand
Masterton vs Auckland (Auckland is 65% more expensive) Masterton vs Christchurch (Christchurch is 49% more expensive) Masterton vs Manukau (Manukau is 45% more expensive) Masterton vs Wellington (Wellington is 68% more expensive) Masterton vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 25% more expensive) Masterton vs Tauranga (Tauranga is 34% more expensive) Masterton vs Dunedin (Dunedin is 10% more expensive) Masterton vs Lower Hutt (Lower Hutt is 40% more expensive) Masterton vs Palmerston North (Palmerston North is 1% less expensive) Masterton vs Napier (Napier is 5% more expensive)
Marshall Islands
Masterton vs Majuro (Majuro is 14% more expensive) Masterton vs Djarrit (Djarrit is 14% more expensive)
Solomon Islands
Masterton vs Honiara (Honiara is 9% more expensive) Masterton vs Auki (Auki is 10% more expensive)
Palau
Masterton vs Melekeok (Melekeok is 12% less expensive) Masterton vs Ngerulmud (Ngerulmud is 12% less expensive)
Tonga
Masterton vs Nukualofa (Nukualofa is 28% less expensive) Masterton vs Mua (Mua is 28% less expensive)
Fiji
Masterton vs Suva (Suva is 31% less expensive) Masterton vs Nasinu (Nasinu is 33% less expensive) Masterton vs Nadi (Nadi is 32% less expensive) Masterton vs Lautoka (Lautoka is 55% less expensive)
Samoa
Masterton vs Manase (Manase is 50% less expensive) Masterton vs Apia (Apia is 50% less expensive)
Nauru
Masterton vs Yaren (Yaren is 53% less expensive)
Tuvalu
Masterton vs Funafuti (Funafuti is 55% less expensive) Masterton vs Vaiaku (Vaiaku is 55% less expensive)
Papua New Guinea
Masterton vs Port Moresby (Port Moresby is 58% less expensive) Masterton vs Lae (Lae is 59% less expensive)
Kiribati
Masterton vs South Tarawa (South Tarawa is 61% less expensive) Masterton vs London (London is 61% less expensive)