Cost of living in Drummondville

Drummondville, Canada is Expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1645 for one person and $3470 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Drummondville compared to other cities?

Drummondville is 15% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Drummondville compare to your city?

Drummondville is 3% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in Drummondville is, on average, 30% lower than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in Drummondville?

Who is Drummondville a good fit for?

Drummondville is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Drummondville so expensive?

The primary reason for the high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. This factor greatly influences overall living costs in the city.

Is food expensive in Drummondville?

Food costs are 5% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense. Residents should budget accordingly for groceries and dining.

Is public transport affordable in Drummondville?

Public transport is 3% lower than the European benchmark, making it a more economical option for residents. This can help offset some living expenses.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1645 $
Without Rent
697 $
Rent & Utilities
947 $
Food
501 $
Transport
73 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2233 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
81.6K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 12.3 $
Dinner 71.5 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.6 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.46 $
Capuccino 3.71 $
Coke, 330ml 0.88 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.71 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.61 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.6 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.3 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.9 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.27 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.18 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.26 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.21 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.05 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.62 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.62 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.67 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 11 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3 $
Cigarette pack 10.4 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.87 $
Monthly Pass 80.8 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.17 $
Taxi, 8 km 23.3 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 77.4 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.32 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 3.83 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.34 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.72 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 71 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 109 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 51.2 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 805 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,102 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 907 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,218 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 4,317 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 3,086 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,233 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 7.08%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 25.8 $
Cinema, 1 seat 5.9 $
Haircut 14.9 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 103 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 71.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 848 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 6,351 $

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Drummondville vs Havana (Havana is 38% less expensive) Drummondville vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 14% less expensive) Drummondville vs Holguin (Holguin is 22% less expensive) Drummondville vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 7% less expensive) Drummondville vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 36% less expensive) Drummondville vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 29% less expensive) Drummondville vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 5% less expensive) Drummondville vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 5% less expensive) Drummondville vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 33% less expensive) Drummondville vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 47% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs San Jose (San Jose is 25% less expensive) Drummondville vs Limon (Limon is 27% less expensive) Drummondville vs Liberia (Liberia is 45% less expensive) Drummondville vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 25% less expensive) Drummondville vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 22% less expensive) Drummondville vs Cartago (Cartago is 42% less expensive) Drummondville vs Heredia (Heredia is 24% less expensive) Drummondville vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 3% more expensive) Drummondville vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 20% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Castries (Castries is 30% less expensive) Drummondville vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 27% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Kingston (Kingston is 19% less expensive) Drummondville vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 52% less expensive) Drummondville vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 38% less expensive) Drummondville vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 29% less expensive) Drummondville vs May Pen (May Pen is 50% less expensive) Drummondville vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 41% less expensive) Drummondville vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 48% less expensive) Drummondville vs Linstead (Linstead is 36% less expensive) Drummondville vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 32% less expensive) Drummondville vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 31% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs St. John's (St. John's is 34% less expensive) Drummondville vs All Saints (All Saints is 34% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs St. George's (St. George's is 35% less expensive) Drummondville vs Grenville (Grenville is 36% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Roseau (Roseau is 39% less expensive) Drummondville vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 31% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 40% less expensive) Drummondville vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 39% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Belize City (Belize City is 47% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 34% less expensive) Drummondville vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 56% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 19% less expensive) Drummondville vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 4% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 39% less expensive) Drummondville vs Mixco (Mixco is 61% less expensive) Drummondville vs Coban (Coban is 45% less expensive) Drummondville vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 53% less expensive) Drummondville vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 45% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 45% less expensive) Drummondville vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 47% less expensive) Drummondville vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 47% less expensive) Drummondville vs Flores (Flores is 48% less expensive) Drummondville vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 52% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 50% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 37% less expensive) Drummondville vs Choloma (Choloma is 64% less expensive) Drummondville vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 60% less expensive) Drummondville vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 46% less expensive) Drummondville vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 47% less expensive) Drummondville vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 57% less expensive) Drummondville vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 56% less expensive) Drummondville vs Yoro (Yoro is 55% less expensive) Drummondville vs La Lima (La Lima is 47% less expensive)
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Drummondville vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 52% less expensive) Drummondville vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 36% less expensive) Drummondville vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 53% less expensive) Drummondville vs Higuey (Higuey is 53% less expensive) Drummondville vs La Vega (La Vega is 65% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 49% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 56% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 68% less expensive) Drummondville vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 62% less expensive) Drummondville vs Bonao (Bonao is 67% less expensive)
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