Auckland

🇳🇿New Zealand•Oceania

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living82

Safety84

Healthcare80

Career Opportunities77

Climate72

Transport83

Air Quality75

Family Friendliness81

Education85

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Auckland a good place to live?

Auckland scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 82/100), very safe (safety: 84/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 80/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Auckland?

Auckland has a cost of living score of 82/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Auckland?

Auckland has a transport score of 83/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Auckland?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Auckland are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Auckland safe for expats?

Auckland has a safety score of 84/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 75/100.

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