Cost of living in Fort McMurray

In Fort McMurray, Canada, a single person typically needs around $1871 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $4459 monthly.

How expensive is Fort McMurray compared to other cities?

Fort McMurray is 31% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Fort McMurray compare to your city?

Fort McMurray is 41% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Fort McMurray is, on average, 61% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Fort McMurray?

Who is Fort McMurray a good fit for?

Fort McMurray 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 Fort McMurray so expensive?

The high cost of living is primarily driven by elevated rent and utility expenses. This can significantly impact overall monthly budgets.

Is food expensive in Fort McMurray?

Yes, food costs are 39% higher than the European benchmark, making grocery shopping more costly.

Is public transport affordable in Fort McMurray?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 30% lower than the European benchmark. This can help mitigate some living costs.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1871 $
Without Rent
846 $
Rent & Utilities
1025 $
Food
661 $
Transport
53 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4327 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
68.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 29.4 $
Dinner 55.1 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 13.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 7.8 $
Capuccino 3.86 $
Coke, 330ml 2.53 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.38 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.91 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.03 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.2 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.4 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.2 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 15.8 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.84 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.28 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.7 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.49 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.49 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.45 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.01 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.07 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.8 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.84 $
Cigarette pack 16.3 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.48 $
Monthly Pass 62 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.07 $
Taxi, 8 km 15 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 62.3 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.28 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.45 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.1 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.93 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 111 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 169 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 66.9 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 843 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,604 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 863 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,563 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 3,297 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,609 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,327 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.92%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 47.4 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.8 $
Haircut 16.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 69.1 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 84.9 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 958 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 13,240 $

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