In Guelph, Canada, a family of four typically needs around $4104 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2012 monthly.
Overall living costs in Guelph are 41% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Guelph is 1% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Guelph is, on average, 2% lower than in Columbus.
Guelph 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.
The high cost of living in Guelph is primarily driven by elevated rent and utility expenses. This makes it challenging for many residents to manage their budgets.
Food costs in Guelph are 5% higher than the European benchmark. This slight increase can impact overall monthly expenses.
Public transport in Guelph is 13% lower than the European benchmark. This affordability can be a benefit for residents relying on transit.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 13.7 $ |
| Dinner | 42.7 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 10.7 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 6.25 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.45 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.96 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 2.2 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.21 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.31 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.05 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.3 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.56 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 26 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.86 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.29 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.26 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.41 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.56 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.77 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.82 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.9 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 13.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.78 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 10.7 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.29 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 62.7 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.11 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 19.3 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 72.5 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 10.5 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.89 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.03 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.99 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 92 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 142 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 58.7 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,166 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,660 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,227 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,929 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 6,163 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 5,544 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,244 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.86% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 42.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 10.7 $ |
| Haircut | 13.7 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 78.4 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 50.7 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 915 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 10,311 $ |