Cost of Living in Canada
Last updated on May 18, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Canada varies depending on the city and province. Generally, the cost of living is higher in the larger cities such as Toronto and Vancouver. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Canada can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 USD per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Canada is usually around $20 USD per person.
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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Canada, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Canada can vary greatly depending on which region and city you choose to live in. Generally speaking, larger metropolitan areas have a higher cost of living than those in rural areas. However, Canada has a generally high standard of living, with quality housing, education, health care, and other services that are relatively affordable. For example, groceries, especially fresh produce, are generally reasonably priced, as are basic utilities such as electricity and natural gas. Public transportation is also relatively inexpensive in many large cities, making it a great choice for cost-saving," explained one expat living in Canada.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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