In Rotorua, New Zealand, a single person typically needs around $1274 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $2958 monthly.
Overall living costs in Rotorua are 16% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Rotorua is 56% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Rotorua is, on average, 75% lower than in New York City.
Rotorua is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by food and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The high costs in Rotorua are primarily influenced by rent and utilities, which are significantly above average. This can make it challenging for those on a budget.
Yes, food costs in Rotorua are 25% higher compared to the European benchmark. This can impact overall monthly expenses.
Public transport costs in Rotorua are 0% lower than the European benchmark. This means transport is relatively comparable to other cities.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 12.8 $ |
| Dinner | 63.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.82 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.38 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.08 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.38 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 2.02 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.93 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.49 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 6.32 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.13 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.78 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.4 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.2 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.57 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.26 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.88 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.52 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.66 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.96 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 9.48 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.76 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 21.4 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.77 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 66.2 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.75 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 16.8 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 33.3 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 11.5 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 4.36 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.14 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.83 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 56 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 85 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 52.2 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 507 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 646 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 677 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,391 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 4,955 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 4,711 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,51 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.70% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 35.7 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 10.5 $ |
| Haircut | 9.65 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 87.8 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 61.8 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 1,062 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 6,555 $ |