Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in NZD · Recall feed checked daily
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Ultrasound cost across New Zealand

Abdominal ultrasound, usually to investigate weight loss, vomiting or kidney and bladder disease.

NZ$285–NZ$575national typical range (NZD)
Aucklandmost expensive city
Invercargillleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

AucklandNZ$480
WellingtonNZ$465
ChristchurchNZ$440
TaurangaNZ$430
HamiltonNZ$420
NelsonNZ$420
WhangareiNZ$415
DunedinNZ$410
NapierNZ$410
Palmerston NorthNZ$400
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • A travelling specialist sonographer often costs less than a referral hospital.
  • Fasting beforehand gives a clearer picture and avoids a repeat scan.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Whangarei would get roughly NZ$370 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about NZ$35–NZ$75/month for a young cat.

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Full table

All 12 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Auckland AUKNZ$320–NZ$645
Wellington WGNNZ$310–NZ$620
Christchurch CANNZ$295–NZ$585
Tauranga BOPNZ$285–NZ$575
Hamilton WKONZ$280–NZ$565
Nelson NSNNZ$280–NZ$555
Whangarei NTLNZ$275–NZ$550
Dunedin OTANZ$275–NZ$545
Napier HKBNZ$275–NZ$545
Palmerston North MWTNZ$265–NZ$535
Rotorua BOPNZ$265–NZ$530
Invercargill STLNZ$260–NZ$515
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of ultrasound in New Zealand?

Nationally NZ$285–NZ$575 in 2026. Auckland is the most expensive city we track; Invercargill the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover ultrasound?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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