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Side-by-side comparison of taxes, real prices, and quality of life. Price Index: Chile = 63, New Zealand = 95 (US = 100).
The Quality of Life assessment places New Zealand five points higher than Chile (64 vs 59), largely on the back of its exceptional safety record, scoring 96 compared to Chile's 76 – a substantial 20-point difference. Cost of living is another major differentiator; New Zealand's price level is considerably higher at 105, versus Chile's 55. Climate favors Chile, with its 14°C average besting New Zealand's 12.5°C, yielding a 16-point lead (64 vs 48). Internet access in New Zealand is also more robust, scoring 81 against Chile's 69, a 12-point advantage. Both countries offer similar healthcare standards, with scores of 59 for New Zealand and 51 for Chile.
New Zealand secures the overall win, primarily driven by its significantly higher safety and superior internet infrastructure, despite a higher cost of living.
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Data last updated: · Sources: World Bank, WHO, OECD, national tax authorities. See methodology.