Is Wellington more expensive than St. John's?

Wellington is 0.2% cheaper than St. John's overall. Rent is 35.5% higher, groceries 1.3% cheaper, and restaurants 8.3% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, St. John's or Wellington?

St. John's has a purchasing power index of 127.6 while Wellington has 125.0 (NYC = 100). St. John's offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 St. John's vs 🇳🇿 Wellington

2026

Wellington is 0.2% cheaper

Category	🇨🇦 St. John's	🇳🇿 Wellington	Difference
Cost of Living	62.3	62.2	-0.2%
Rent	21.1	28.6	+35.5%
Groceries	70.8	69.9	-1.3%
Restaurants	62.5	57.3	-8.3%
Purchasing Power	127.6	125.0	-2.0%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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