VanBasket New Zealand

Food Prices in New Zealand — August 2026

Updated: 1 August 2026

Current Index

142.5

vs World Average

+42.5%

Official (IMF + World Bank)

Real grocery prices

Price per unit in your currency

Prices known for 4 of 10 items — help fill the rest

Milk 1 L

open data

$1.42

-20% World (base = 100)
Eggs 12 pcs

open data

$6.85

+99% World (base = 100)
Chicken 1 kg

open data

$5.60

-5% World (base = 100)
Rice 1 kg

open data

$2.80

+24% World (base = 100)
Bread 500 g loaf
Water 1.5 L bottle
Cheese 1 kg
Tomatoes 1 kg
Potatoes 1 kg
Beer 0.5 L bottle

Monthly basket, 1 person

Directional: 4 milk + 2 eggs + 4 chicken + 4 rice

$52.98

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Real purchases logged in this country (crowdsourced, local names)

Jasmine Sun Body Mist

OXX (Kmart)

Kmart 3 Jul

10 NZ$
Supersoft White

Tip Top

Pak'nSave, Henderson-Massey 29 Jan

3.69 NZ$
Macro Organic Rice Milk

Macro

FreshChoice, Picton 7 Apr

3.3 €

Data: Open Food Facts — Open Prices (ODbL)

What this means for vanlife

Food in New Zealand is significantly more expensive — 42.5% above the world average. One of the pricier food destinations: the same basket costs around $428 per month (vs $300 world average).

↑ Year-over-year change: +0.1% 2026

Index History

Index:

Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI

Compare with New Zealand

New Zealand

142.5

World (base = 100)

100

If you spend 100 at home:

100

Select home and destination countries to compare food costs

Similar Countries

Denmark 140.2 +40.2%

UAE 138.4 +38.4%

Sweden 138.3 +38.3%

Australia 148.5 +48.5%

Finland 133 +33%

More countries in Oceania

Australia 148.5 +48.5%

FAQ

Is food expensive in New Zealand?

Yes, food in New Zealand is above average. The VanBasket Index is 142.5 (world average = 100), meaning food costs 42.5% more than the global average.

How much should I budget for food in New Zealand per month?

If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in New Zealand you can expect to spend around $428. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 142.5 (world = 100).

How does New Zealand compare to similar countries?

New Zealand has a VanBasket Index of 142.5. Similar or nearby countries: Denmark, UAE, Sweden.

How often is the food price data for New Zealand updated?

The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.

About the data: The VanBasket Index is based on World Bank ICP 2021 food price level data, adjusted monthly using IMF CPI. World average = 100. Index > 100 means food is more expensive than the global average. API for developers →

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