Chicoutimi, Canada is Slightly expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1566 for one person and $3344 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Chicoutimi are 10% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Chicoutimi is 8% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Chicoutimi is, on average, 39% lower than in Columbus.
Chicoutimi is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The cost of living in Chicoutimi is primarily influenced by higher rent and utility expenses compared to other regions. This contributes significantly to the overall expense of living in the city.
Yes, food costs in Chicoutimi are 13% higher than the European benchmark, making it a notable expense for residents.
Public transport in Chicoutimi is relatively affordable, being 17% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a cost-effective option for getting around the city.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 17 $ |
| Dinner | 70.5 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 11 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 6.34 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.25 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.59 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 2.02 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.53 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.63 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.61 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.7 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.34 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 16.3 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.95 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.32 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.98 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.14 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.25 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.78 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.69 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.8 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 11.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.97 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 10.8 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.69 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 58.6 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.17 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 19.9 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 79.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 7.02 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.67 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.39 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.89 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 76 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 115 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 52.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 719 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 901 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 657 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,138 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 5,911 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 3,415 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 2,493 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.91% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 34.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 9.94 $ |
| Haircut | 16.1 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 94 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 67.8 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 643 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 7,354 $ |