1 US Dollar (USD) = 1.7826 New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
1 NZD = 0.560985 USD
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Convert USD to NZD
| US Dollar (USD) | New Zealand Dollar (NZD) |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 1.78 NZD |
| 5 USD | 8.91 NZD |
| 10 USD | 17.83 NZD |
| 25 USD | 44.56 NZD |
| 50 USD | 89.13 NZD |
| 100 USD | 178.26 NZD |
| 500 USD | 891.29 NZD |
| 1,000 USD | 1,782.58 NZD |
| 5,000 USD | 8,912.90 NZD |
| 10,000 USD | 17,825.80 NZD |
Convert NZD to USD
| New Zealand Dollar (NZD) | US Dollar (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 NZD | 0.56 USD |
| 5 NZD | 2.80 USD |
| 10 NZD | 5.61 USD |
| 25 NZD | 14.02 USD |
| 50 NZD | 28.05 USD |
| 100 NZD | 56.10 USD |
| 500 NZD | 280.49 USD |
| 1,000 NZD | 560.98 USD |
| 5,000 NZD | 2,804.92 USD |
| 10,000 NZD | 5,609.85 USD |
USD to NZD rate, last 30 days
Over the last 30 days, 1 USD ranged from 1.7537 to 1.7904 NZD (-0.24%).
USD to NZD performance
Over the past year the US Dollar has strengthened against the New Zealand Dollar: one USD now buys 1.80% more NZD than it did. Since Nov 1, 2025 the rate has ranged from 1.6487 (Jan 29, 2026) to 1.7904 (Oct 12, 2026). Today's rate is 0.4% below that high. Over the last month it moved an average of 0.24% per day.
| 7 days | 30 days | 90 days | 1 year |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.31% | +0.09% | +5.10% | +1.80% |
Change in the value of 1 USD measured in NZD, based on daily closing rates.
What exchange rate markups cost on USD to NZD
At today's mid-market rate, 1,000 USD converts to 1,782.58 NZD. Most banks and card providers do not give you this rate; they add a markup instead of, or as well as, a fee.
| Markup on the rate | You receive | Hidden cost |
|---|---|---|
| None (mid-market) | 1,782.58 NZD | - |
| 0.5% | 1,773.67 NZD | 8.91 NZD |
| 1% | 1,764.75 NZD | 17.83 NZD |
| 2% | 1,746.93 NZD | 35.65 NZD |
| 3% | 1,729.10 NZD | 53.48 NZD |
To compare providers, ask how much NZD will arrive for the same amount of USD, after all fees. The closer it is to the mid-market figure, the cheaper the transfer.
About the US Dollar and the New Zealand Dollar
US Dollar (USD)
The currency of the United States, issued by the Federal Reserve. Symbol: $. It is the world's main reserve currency and is used to price most commodities and cryptocurrencies.
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
The currency of New Zealand, issued by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Symbol: NZ$. Nicknamed the kiwi, it is sensitive to dairy and agricultural export prices.
What moves the USD/NZD rate
- Interest rate decisions by the Federal Reserve and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Higher rates tend to attract investment and strengthen a currency.
- Inflation and economic growth in the United States compared with New Zealand.
- Trade balances and capital flows between the two economies.
- Global risk appetite: in times of stress, investors move into safe-haven currencies such as the US dollar, Swiss franc and Japanese yen.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 1 USD in NZD today?+
1 US Dollar (USD) is 1.7826 New Zealand Dollar (NZD) as of Nov 2, 2026, 6:10 AM UTC. Sonic Wallet refreshes this exchange rate every hour.
How much is 100 USD in NZD?+
100 USD is about 178.26 NZD, and 1,000 USD is about 1,782.58 NZD at the current mid-market rate.
How much is 1 NZD in USD?+
1 New Zealand Dollar (NZD) is 0.560985 US Dollar (USD).
What was the highest USD to NZD rate in the last 30 days?+
Over the last 30 days the USD to NZD rate ranged from a low of 1.7537 to a high of 1.7904, a change of -0.24%.
Is this the exchange rate I will get?+
The rates shown are indicative mid-market rates, the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Banks and transfer services usually add a markup. Sonic Wallet shows you the exact rate and fee before you send money.
What was the highest USD to NZD rate in the past year?+
In the past 52 weeks the USD to NZD rate peaked at 1.7904 on Oct 12, 2026 and fell as low as 1.6487 on Jan 29, 2026.
Is the US Dollar getting stronger against the New Zealand Dollar?+
Over the past year the US Dollar has strengthened against the New Zealand Dollar: one USD now buys 1.80% more NZD than it did.
What affects the USD/NZD exchange rate?+
Mainly the difference between interest rates set by the Federal Reserve and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, inflation and growth in the United States compared with New Zealand, trade flows, and global risk appetite.
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