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Living wage VS Minimum wage NZ: What’s the difference?
Lets compare the two
Last updated: 26 July 2024
What is the minimum wage in NZ?
In New Zealand the minimum wage is $23.15 per hour or $185.20 for an 8 hour day.
The minimum wage is legally mandated, the living wage is optional.
What is the living wage?
In New Zealand the living wage is $27.80 per hour or $222.4 for an 8 hour day.
There are plenty of employers who choose to pay the living wage.
