Cost of living in Paraparaumu

In Paraparaumu, New Zealand, living costs about $1729 per month for one person and $3853 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Paraparaumu compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Paraparaumu is 57% more expensive overall.

How does Paraparaumu compare to your city?

Paraparaumu is 48% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Paraparaumu is, on average, 62% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Paraparaumu?

Who is Paraparaumu a good fit for?

Paraparaumu tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Paraparaumu so expensive?

The primary driver of high costs in Paraparaumu is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall living expenses.

Is food expensive in Paraparaumu?

Yes, food costs are 47% higher than the European benchmark, making it a notable expense for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Paraparaumu?

Public transport is 20% higher than the European benchmark, which may affect budget-conscious commuters.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1729 $
Without Rent
738 $
Rent & Utilities
991 $
Food
549 $
Transport
73 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3124 $
GDP per Capita
48,528 $
Freedom Index
8.88
Lifespan
83 years
Speak English
98%
Population
30.1K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.8 $
Dinner 74.3 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.31 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.13 $
Capuccino 3.45 $
Coke, 330ml 2.54 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.89 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.14 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.95 $
Eggs, 12 pack 7.1 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.67 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.6 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.78 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.45 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.22 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.87 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.2 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.98 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.73 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.29 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 9.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.32 $
Cigarette pack 23 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.76 $
Monthly Pass 86.3 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.79 $
Taxi, 8 km 18.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 33.6 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 10.1 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.54 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.05 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.68 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 83 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 127 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 55.8 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 791 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,263 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,099 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,990 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 5,537 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 4,544 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,124 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.82%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 41.6 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.1 $
Haircut 16.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 101 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 67.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 753 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 9,039 $

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Australia
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New Zealand
Paraparaumu vs Auckland (Auckland is 28% more expensive) Paraparaumu vs Christchurch (Christchurch is 15% more expensive) Paraparaumu vs Manukau (Manukau is 12% more expensive) Paraparaumu vs Wellington (Wellington is 29% more expensive) Paraparaumu vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 3% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Tauranga (Tauranga is 4% more expensive) Paraparaumu vs Dunedin (Dunedin is 15% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Lower Hutt (Lower Hutt is 8% more expensive) Paraparaumu vs Palmerston North (Palmerston North is 24% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Napier (Napier is 19% less expensive)
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Paraparaumu vs Majuro (Majuro is 12% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Djarrit (Djarrit is 12% less expensive)
Solomon Islands
Paraparaumu vs Honiara (Honiara is 16% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Auki (Auki is 15% less expensive)
Palau
Paraparaumu vs Melekeok (Melekeok is 32% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Ngerulmud (Ngerulmud is 32% less expensive)
Tonga
Paraparaumu vs Nukualofa (Nukualofa is 44% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Mua (Mua is 44% less expensive)
Fiji
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Samoa
Paraparaumu vs Manase (Manase is 62% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Apia (Apia is 62% less expensive)
Nauru
Paraparaumu vs Yaren (Yaren is 64% less expensive)
Tuvalu
Paraparaumu vs Funafuti (Funafuti is 66% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Vaiaku (Vaiaku is 66% less expensive)
Papua New Guinea
Paraparaumu vs Port Moresby (Port Moresby is 68% less expensive) Paraparaumu vs Lae (Lae is 69% less expensive)
Kiribati
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