Wellington

🇳🇿New Zealand•Oceania

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living78

Safety88

Healthcare81

Career Opportunities73

Climate73

Transport79

Air Quality81

Family Friendliness85

Education84

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 Wellington a good place to live?

Wellington scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 78/100), very safe (safety: 88/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 81/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Wellington?

Wellington has a cost of living score of 78/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Wellington?

Wellington has a transport score of 79/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Wellington?

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

▸Is Wellington safe for expats?

Wellington has a safety score of 88/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 81/100.

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