🇨🇦Cost of Living in Montreal
Canada · Population: 1,762,949 · Cost Index: 68/100
Cost of Living in Montreal
Canada · North America
Quebec's largest city and Canada's cultural capital, Montreal blends European charm with North American energy. Known for its vibrant arts scene, world-class festivals, and exceptional food culture.
1,762,949
Population
68
Cost Index
63
Safety Index
73
Quality of Life
Average Monthly Cost: $2,350 (single person, excluding rent)
Cost Breakdown
Housing
1-Bedroom Apartment (City Center)(per month)
$1,350.001-Bedroom Apartment (Outside Center)(per month)
$950.003-Bedroom Apartment (City Center)(per month)
$2,400.003-Bedroom Apartment (Outside Center)(per month)
$1,700.00Food & Groceries
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant(per meal)
$16.00Meal for 2 at Mid-Range Restaurant(per meal)
$70.00McMeal at McDonald's(per meal)
$10.00Milk (1 liter)(per liter)
$2.60Bread (500g loaf)(per loaf)
$3.00Rice (1 kg)(per kg)
$3.20Eggs (12)(per dozen)
$3.90Chicken Breast (1 kg)(per kg)
$11.50Apples (1 kg)(per kg)
$3.80Banana (1 kg)(per kg)
$1.70Transportation
Monthly Public Transit Pass(per month)
$94.00One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)(per trip)
$2.50Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)(base fare)
$3.45Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)(per km)
$1.50Gasoline (1 liter)(per liter)
$1.40Utilities
Basic Utilities (85m² Apartment)(per month)
$110.00Mobile Phone Plan(per month)
$50.00Internet (60 Mbps+)(per month)
$55.00Healthcare
Doctor Visit(per visit)
$0.00Dentist Visit(per visit)
$130.00Prescription Medicine (avg)(per prescription)
$22.00Entertainment
Fitness Club Monthly(per month)
$45.00Cinema Ticket(per ticket)
$12.00Cappuccino(per cup)
$4.00Beer (0.5l) at Restaurant(per glass)
$6.50Clothing
Pair of Jeans (Levi's)(per pair)
$60.00Summer Dress (Chain Store)(per item)
$38.00Running Shoes (Nike, Adidas)(per pair)
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Quick Facts
- Currency
- CAD
- Language
- French
- Cost Index
- 68/100
- Safety Index
- 63/100
- Quality of Life
- 73/100
Data last updated: 2026-01-15. Prices are approximate and shown in USD.