Cost of living in North Bay

In North Bay, Canada, a family of four typically needs around $4946 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2067 monthly.

How expensive is North Bay compared to other cities?

North Bay is 45% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does North Bay compare to your city?

North Bay is 46% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in North Bay is, on average, 51% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in North Bay?

Who is North Bay a good fit for?

North Bay 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 North Bay so expensive?

The high cost of living in North Bay is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly impact monthly expenses.

Is food expensive in North Bay?

Yes, food costs in North Bay are 29% higher than the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in North Bay?

Public transport in North Bay is 24% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2067 $
Without Rent
776 $
Rent & Utilities
1291 $
Food
616 $
Transport
57 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2091 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
51.6K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.8 $
Dinner 68.7 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 8.88 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.23 $
Capuccino 3.26 $
Coke, 330ml 1.78 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 2.43 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.35 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.91 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.85 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 20.7 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 18.1 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.2 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.56 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.39 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.67 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.49 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.47 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.17 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.81 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.93 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.58 $
Cigarette pack 13.4 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.39 $
Monthly Pass 74.7 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.12 $
Taxi, 8 km 13.4 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 61.2 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.16 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 3.83 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 1.96 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.98 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 88 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 136 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 52.2 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,131 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,126 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,233 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,278 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 5,328 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 4,614 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,091 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.63%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 25.1 $
Cinema, 1 seat 11 $
Haircut 14.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 61 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 44.6 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 924 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 29,114 $

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North Bay vs George Town (George Town is 76% more expensive)
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North Bay vs Nassau (Nassau is 33% more expensive) North Bay vs Freeport (Freeport is 6% more expensive)
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North Bay vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 14% more expensive) North Bay vs Luganville (Luganville is 48% more expensive)
United States
North Bay vs New York City (New York City is 96% more expensive) North Bay vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 54% more expensive) North Bay vs Chicago (Chicago is 29% more expensive) North Bay vs Houston (Houston is 9% more expensive) North Bay vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 15% more expensive) North Bay vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 23% more expensive) North Bay vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 6% more expensive) North Bay vs San Diego (San Diego is 62% more expensive) North Bay vs Dallas (Dallas is 23% more expensive) North Bay vs San Jose (San Jose is 78% more expensive)
Canada
North Bay vs Toronto (Toronto is 25% more expensive) North Bay vs Montreal (Montreal is 5% less expensive) North Bay vs Calgary (Calgary is 4% more expensive) North Bay vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 8% more expensive) North Bay vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 14% less expensive) North Bay vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 15% less expensive) North Bay vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 20% more expensive) North Bay vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 28% more expensive) North Bay vs Brampton (Brampton is 3% more expensive) North Bay vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 4% more expensive)
Barbados
North Bay vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 34% less expensive) North Bay vs Holetown (Holetown is 33% less expensive)
Panama
North Bay vs Panama City (Panama City is 33% less expensive) North Bay vs Colon (Colon is 43% less expensive) North Bay vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 49% less expensive) North Bay vs David (David is 60% less expensive) North Bay vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 54% less expensive) North Bay vs Balboa (Balboa is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Pacora (Pacora is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Chitre (Chitre is 47% less expensive) North Bay vs Penonome (Penonome is 47% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
North Bay vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Cayon (Cayon is 40% less expensive)
Cuba
North Bay vs Havana (Havana is 50% less expensive) North Bay vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 31% less expensive) North Bay vs Holguin (Holguin is 38% less expensive) North Bay vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 26% less expensive) North Bay vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 49% less expensive) North Bay vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 44% less expensive) North Bay vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 25% less expensive) North Bay vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 25% less expensive) North Bay vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 47% less expensive) North Bay vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 58% less expensive)
Costa Rica
North Bay vs San Jose (San Jose is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Limon (Limon is 42% less expensive) North Bay vs Liberia (Liberia is 57% less expensive) North Bay vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 38% less expensive) North Bay vs Cartago (Cartago is 54% less expensive) North Bay vs Heredia (Heredia is 40% less expensive) North Bay vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 18% less expensive) North Bay vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 37% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
North Bay vs Castries (Castries is 44% less expensive) North Bay vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 42% less expensive)
Jamaica
North Bay vs Kingston (Kingston is 36% less expensive) North Bay vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 62% less expensive) North Bay vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 51% less expensive) North Bay vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 44% less expensive) North Bay vs May Pen (May Pen is 60% less expensive) North Bay vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 53% less expensive) North Bay vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 59% less expensive) North Bay vs Linstead (Linstead is 49% less expensive) North Bay vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 46% less expensive) North Bay vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 45% less expensive)
El Salvador
North Bay vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 42% less expensive) North Bay vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 66% less expensive) North Bay vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 43% less expensive) North Bay vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 48% less expensive) North Bay vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 44% less expensive) North Bay vs Apopa (Apopa is 45% less expensive) North Bay vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 42% less expensive) North Bay vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 30% less expensive) North Bay vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 47% less expensive) North Bay vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 57% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
North Bay vs St. John's (St. John's is 48% less expensive) North Bay vs All Saints (All Saints is 48% less expensive)
Grenada
North Bay vs St. George's (St. George's is 48% less expensive) North Bay vs Grenville (Grenville is 49% less expensive)
Dominica
North Bay vs Roseau (Roseau is 51% less expensive) North Bay vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 45% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
North Bay vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 53% less expensive) North Bay vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 51% less expensive)
Belize
North Bay vs Belize City (Belize City is 58% less expensive) North Bay vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 47% less expensive) North Bay vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 65% less expensive) North Bay vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 36% less expensive) North Bay vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 24% less expensive)
Guatemala
North Bay vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 51% less expensive) North Bay vs Mixco (Mixco is 69% less expensive) North Bay vs Coban (Coban is 56% less expensive) North Bay vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 62% less expensive) North Bay vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 56% less expensive) North Bay vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 56% less expensive) North Bay vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 58% less expensive) North Bay vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 58% less expensive) North Bay vs Flores (Flores is 58% less expensive) North Bay vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 62% less expensive)
Honduras
North Bay vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 60% less expensive) North Bay vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 50% less expensive) North Bay vs Choloma (Choloma is 71% less expensive) North Bay vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 69% less expensive) North Bay vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 57% less expensive) North Bay vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 58% less expensive) North Bay vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 65% less expensive) North Bay vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 65% less expensive) North Bay vs Yoro (Yoro is 64% less expensive) North Bay vs La Lima (La Lima is 58% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
North Bay vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 62% less expensive) North Bay vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 49% less expensive) North Bay vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 63% less expensive) North Bay vs Higuey (Higuey is 63% less expensive) North Bay vs La Vega (La Vega is 72% less expensive) North Bay vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 60% less expensive) North Bay vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 65% less expensive) North Bay vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 75% less expensive) North Bay vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 70% less expensive) North Bay vs Bonao (Bonao is 74% less expensive)
Nicaragua
North Bay vs Managua (Managua is 63% less expensive) North Bay vs Leon (Leon is 69% less expensive) North Bay vs Masaya (Masaya is 66% less expensive) North Bay vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 73% less expensive) North Bay vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 69% less expensive) North Bay vs Esteli (Esteli is 71% less expensive) North Bay vs Granada (Granada is 66% less expensive) North Bay vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 78% less expensive) North Bay vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 68% less expensive) North Bay vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 57% less expensive)