NZ Median Wage Comparison Calculator
See how a pay rate compares to New Zealand's median wage and the published Skilled Migrant Category income-points figures. General information only — not an eligibility check.
Median Wage Calculator
Compare a Pay Rate Against the NZ Median Wage
Enter a pay rate to see how it compares to New Zealand's median wage of $35.00 per hour, and which Skilled Migrant Category income-points figure it aligns with. This is general information only — it does not assess whether you qualify for any visa.
Used to convert between hourly and annual figures (default 40 hours × 52 weeks).
Enter a pay amount to see how it compares to the median wage.
Sources: Median wage of $35.00 per hour (June 2025 median wage) and the SMC income-points figures (1.5× = $52.50, 2× = $70.00, 3× = $105.00 per hour) are published by Immigration New Zealand at immigration.govt.nz — “Pay rates for the Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa”, as at February 2026. Wage thresholds are reviewed regularly and the SMC points system is changing from 24 August 2026; always confirm current figures on immigration.govt.nz.
This calculator provides general information only and does not assess your eligibility for any visa. Whether you meet a visa's requirements is personalised immigration advice provided by a licensed adviser (Ava Sanchez-Neal, LIA 200900809).
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