🇨🇦 Cost of Living in Vancouver
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$2,859/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Vancouver vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Vancouver?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $2,859/month in Vancouver, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $3,636/month.
What is the average salary in Vancouver?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Vancouver is about $3,557, according to Numbeo data.
Is Vancouver expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Phoenix ($2,877/mo), Toronto ($2,546/mo), Las Vegas ($2,553/mo), Chicago ($3,365/mo), Seattle ($3,728/mo). Vancouver comes in at $2,859/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.