Cost of living in Fredericton

In Fredericton, Canada, living costs about $1629 per month for one person and $3825 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Fredericton compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Fredericton are 14% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Fredericton compare to your city?

Fredericton is 52% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Fredericton is, on average, 64% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Fredericton?

Who is Fredericton a good fit for?

Fredericton is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Fredericton so expensive?

The primary reason for the higher cost in Fredericton is the increased expense of rent and utilities. This significantly impacts overall living costs.

Is food expensive in Fredericton?

Food costs in Fredericton are 9% higher than the European benchmark. This can affect budgeting for families and individuals alike.

Is public transport affordable in Fredericton?

Public transport in Fredericton is 16% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more economical option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1629 $
Without Rent
690 $
Rent & Utilities
939 $
Food
521 $
Transport
63 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2540 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
63.1K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.9 $
Dinner 51.7 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.61 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.88 $
Capuccino 3.76 $
Coke, 330ml 2.24 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.81 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.85 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.94 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.56 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.6 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.35 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.67 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.4 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.59 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.86 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.47 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.92 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.61 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.05 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.13 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 12.5 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.26 $
Cigarette pack 11.9 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.24 $
Monthly Pass 59.3 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.24 $
Taxi, 8 km 20.7 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 37.9 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.23 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 3.14 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.17 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.7 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 93 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 144 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 74.6 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 726 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,517 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 955 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,728 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,074 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,616 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,54 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.58%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 58.2 $
Cinema, 1 seat 11.1 $
Haircut 12.8 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 82.2 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 52.9 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 463 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 8,237 $

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