🇨🇦 Cost of Living in Canada
3 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$2,546/mo
Across 3 cities we track
Couple
$3,242
Family of 4
$6,774
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 3 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 3 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 3 cities
Canada vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Canada?▼
Across 3 cities, a single person spends a median of $2,546/month including rent. Montreal is the cheapest at $2,096/mo, while Vancouver runs $2,844/mo.
What is the average rent in Canada?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,659/month across 3 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Canada?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 3 cities is about $3,557, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Canada?▼
Montreal is the most affordable at $2,096/month for a single person. Vancouver is the most expensive at $2,844/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.