Australia72.62
Overall rating
Open country profileAustralia vs. New Zealand: Country Comparison
New Zealand leads the overall rating with 74.30 points, ahead of Australia with 72.62 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Earthquake Risk and CO2 Intensity.
Australia
New Zealand74.30
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
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Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
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Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
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City Rent per Square Meter
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Australia scores clearly better than New Zealand on Earthquake Risk.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Australia on CO2 Intensity.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Australia on Capital Gains Tax Rate (%).
New Zealand scores clearly better than Australia on UV Radiation.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Australia on Renewable Energy Share.
Australia scores clearly better than New Zealand on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Australia on Wildfire Risk.
New Zealand scores clearly better than Australia on Childcare Cost.
Categories Compared
Australia
78 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 78 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 88 | 94 | New Zealand |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 54 | 52 | Australia |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 81 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Legal Protection & Property | 80 | 86 | New Zealand |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 77 | 82 | New Zealand |
Australia
82 points
❤️ Health
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New Zealand
80 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 80 | 79 | Australia |
| Environmental Health | 85 | 84 | Australia |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 80 | 78 | Australia |
Australia
70 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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New Zealand
71 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 57 | 67 | New Zealand |
| Investment & Capital Access | 76 | 77 | New Zealand |
| Banking & Fintech | 75 | 74 | Australia |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 65 | 60 | Australia |
| Real Estate & Property | 46 | 39 | Australia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 63 | 71 | New Zealand |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 77 | Australia |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 87 | 83 | Australia |
Australia
38 points
🏠 Costs
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New Zealand
39 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 40 | 43 | New Zealand |
| Food & Basic Goods | 18 | 24 | New Zealand |
| Dining & Going Out | 33 | 35 | New Zealand |
| Mobility Costs | 48 | 44 | Australia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 51 | 51 | Tie |
| Personal Services | 40 | 39 | Australia |
Australia
71 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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New Zealand
75 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 58 | 60 | New Zealand |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 72 | 70 | Australia |
| Electricity & Energy | 80 | 93 | New Zealand |
| Internet & Connectivity | 80 | 85 | New Zealand |
| Public Transport | 61 | 66 | New Zealand |
Australia
69 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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New Zealand
68 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 62 | 65 | New Zealand |
| Climate & Weather | 75 | 69 | Australia |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 67 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Leisure & Recreation | 84 | 85 | New Zealand |
| Arts & Entertainment | 79 | 67 | Australia |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 66 | 60 | Australia |
| Family-Friendly | 60 | 65 | New Zealand |
| Pet-Friendly | 56 | 55 | Australia |
Australia
86 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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New Zealand
87 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 82 | 84 | New Zealand |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 80 | 82 | New Zealand |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 80 | 78 | Australia |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 91 | 92 | New Zealand |
| Language & Integration | 93 | 92 | Australia |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 95 | 99 | New Zealand |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 89 | 91 | New Zealand |
Australia
84 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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New Zealand
82 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 90 | 89 | Australia |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 90 | 90 | Tie |
| Attractions & Activities | 88 | 86 | Australia |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 95 | 92 | Australia |
| Vacation Costs | 54 | 53 | Australia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 85 | 83 | Australia |
Australia
83 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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New Zealand
86 points
| Topic | Australia | New Zealand | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 87 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Education & Knowledge | 87 | 91 | New Zealand |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 68 | 73 | New Zealand |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 88 | 95 | New Zealand |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 93 | 95 | New Zealand |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 86 | 89 | New Zealand |
| Religion & Worldviews | 77 | 79 | New Zealand |
| Demography | 69 | 68 | Australia |