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Manukau City vs Hamilton

New Zealand vs New Zealand · 95 km apart

Manukau City

New Zealand

$1,554 ($942)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Hamilton

New Zealand

$1,683 ($1,020)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Manukau City	Hamilton	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.65	$9.30	Manukau City
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$34.60	$37.20	Manukau City
Cappuccino	$2.59	$2.79	Manukau City
Monthly groceries (single person)	$196	$211	Manukau City
Monthly public transport pass	$31.71	$34.10	Manukau City
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$83.61	$89.90	Manukau City
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$24.22	$26.04	Manukau City
Fitness club membership	$24.22	$26.04	Manukau City
Cinema ticket	$6.34	$6.82	Manukau City
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$525	$575	Manukau City
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$365	$400	Manukau City
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,096	$1,200	Manukau City
Total single-person budget	$942	$1,020	Manukau City
Average net salary	$2,790	$3,000

Verdict

Manukau City is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Manukau City runs about $942 versus $1,020 in Hamilton — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Hamilton leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Manukau City · Full cost of living in Hamilton

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manukau City cheaper than Hamilton?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $942 per month in Manukau City versus $1,020 in Hamilton — about 8% less.

How far is Manukau City from Hamilton?

The straight-line distance between Manukau City and Hamilton is approximately 95 km (59 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Manukau City or Hamilton?

The estimated average net salary is $2,790 in Manukau City and $3,000 in Hamilton. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,848 in Manukau City versus $1,980 in Hamilton per month.