Hamilton

🇳🇿New Zealand•Oceania

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living70

Safety90

Healthcare78

Career Opportunities68

Climate72

Transport73

Air Quality84

Family Friendliness87

Education82

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 Hamilton a good place to live?

Hamilton scores 76/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 70/100), very safe (safety: 90/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 78/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Hamilton?

Hamilton has a cost of living score of 70/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Hamilton?

Hamilton has a transport score of 73/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Hamilton?

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

▸Is Hamilton safe for expats?

Hamilton has a safety score of 90/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 84/100.

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