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Aotearoa, Home of the Long White Cloud
Overview
An island nation at the edge of the Pacific known for its dramatic landscapes, from glaciers to geysers, Māori culture, and pioneering progressive policies.
Geographic Context
Region
Oceania
Subregion
Australia and New Zealand
Land Area
270,467 km²
Capital
Wellington
Languages
English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Currencies
New Zealand dollar ($)
At a Glance
83
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
59
Freedom
96
Security
94
Life Expectancy
82.2 yrs
Median Age
37.3 yrs
Urbanization
87%
Cost Index
88
Housing Index
93
Healthcare Access
67/100
Climate
Average Temperature
13.1°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Far North District 16.6°C
2 Dargaville 16.4°C
3 Kaipara District 16.4°C
4 Whangarei 16.3°C
5 Muriwai Beach 16.2°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 88
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 93
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 33.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 39.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 100/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 6/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 159 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 41
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.22% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 218 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 12/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025