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New Zealand

What is the average salary in New Zealand?

According to the OECD’s formula, in 2021 the average salary in New Zealand was ≈USD$46,976 or ≈NZD$83,845.

What is the average salary in Wellington?

New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington consistently ranks alongside Auckland as the city with the highest average salary.

Data from the Economic Research Institute suggests that, in 2022, the average salary in Wellington is ≈NZD$75,142.

Are there regional variations in the New Zealand average wage?

In New Zealand, the cities of Wellington and Auckland have higher average salaries.

The higher cost of living in these two cities, particularly housing costs, is cited as the primary factor driving wage inflation. Another factor is the industry clusters in different regions; Wellington is the seat of government and has a strong legal and tech industries, whilst Auckland is New Zealand’s main financial center.

How does the average salary in New Zealand compare to surrounding countries?

Australia is comparable to New Zealand in terms of language, culture and level of economic development. According to the OECD, the average salary in Australia was ≈AUD$88,929 / ≈USD$56,600 in 2021.

Therefore, New Zealand has a lower average salary than that of Australia. The difference between the 2021 figures was roughly USD$10,000.

Average salary in New Zealand based on Industry

All figures taken from careers.govt.nz.

What is the average salary for tech workers in New Zealand?

The median salary for IT workers in New Zealand is NZD$105,000 with a pay range of NZD$50,000 to NZD$200,000. Science and Technology has a median salary of NZD$65,000 with a pay range of NZD$42,000 to NZD$115,000.

What is the average salary for engineers in New Zealand?

Engineers in New Zealand earn a median salary of NZD$75,000 with a pay range between NZD$48,000 and NZD$130,000.

What is the average salary for salespeople in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, the median salary for Salespeople is $65,000 with a pay range starting at NZD$42,000 and rising to NZD$115,000.

What is the average salary for my industry in New Zealand?

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Why is the average salary higher in Wellington?

As the capital city and seat of central government, Wellington attracts high-value professional services such as law and management consulting. Wellington is also home to a burgeoning startup ecosystem and technical services related to film production.

My budget is less than the average salary in New Zealand. How can I still hire the talent I need?

One option is to hire a contractor in New Zealand. The added flexibility for both parties reduces the costs inherent with employing a full time employee. Alternatively, consider expanding into a different market. Horizons operate in 150 locations across the world, it’s likely we can find a solution to your specific recruitment needs. As the industry leader Horizons offer a range of strategic global recruitment services that are designed to help businesses meet hiring objectives whilst reducing costs and remaining compliant with local laws.

Where in New Zealand is the average salary lowest?

At NZD$55,736, the Tasman District on New Zealand’s South Island has the lowest average salary. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Tasman is sparsely populated with the majority of businesses engaged in agriculture and seasonal tourism.

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Average salary
in New Zealand.

What is the average salary in New Zealand?

What is the average salary in Wellington?

Are there regional variations in the New Zealand average wage?

How does the average salary in New Zealand compare to surrounding countries?

Average salary in New Zealand based on Industry

What is the average salary for tech workers in New Zealand?

What is the average salary for engineers in New Zealand?

What is the average salary for salespeople in New Zealand?

What is the average salary for my industry in New Zealand?

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Average salary in New Zealand.

What is the average salary in New Zealand?

What is the average salary in Wellington?

Are there regional variations in the New Zealand average wage?

How does the average salary in New Zealand compare to surrounding countries?

Average salary in New Zealand based on Industry

What is the average salary for tech workers in New Zealand?

What is the average salary for engineers in New Zealand?

What is the average salary for salespeople in New Zealand?

What is the average salary for my industry in New Zealand?

Hiring in New Zealand, Made Easy

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Client Testimonials

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Average salary
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