Cost of living in North Vancouver

In North Vancouver, Canada, living costs about $2502 per month for one person and $6218 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is North Vancouver compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, North Vancouver is 75% more expensive overall.

How does North Vancouver compare to your city?

North Vancouver is 45% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in North Vancouver is, on average, 34% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in North Vancouver?

Who is North Vancouver a good fit for?

North Vancouver tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is North Vancouver so expensive?

The primary driver of high costs in North Vancouver is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall living expenses.

Is food expensive in North Vancouver?

Yes, food costs are 16% higher compared to the European benchmark, making it a notable expense for residents.

Is public transport affordable in North Vancouver?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 10% lower than the European benchmark, which can benefit residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2502 $
Without Rent
783 $
Rent & Utilities
1720 $
Food
555 $
Transport
67 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3763 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
52.9K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 16.4 $
Dinner 71 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.4 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.18 $
Capuccino 3.82 $
Coke, 330ml 1.67 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 2.43 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.48 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.97 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.9 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.99 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.6 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.6 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.53 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.36 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.57 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.24 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.7 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.71 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.79 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.83 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.2 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.33 $
Cigarette pack 14.2 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.61 $
Monthly Pass 90.1 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.39 $
Taxi, 8 km 15.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 102 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.29 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.94 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.97 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.94 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 84 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 130 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 66.3 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,544 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 3,489 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,672 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 3,486 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 8,349 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 5,928 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,763 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.88%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 68.8 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.8 $
Haircut 20.3 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 97.8 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 68.4 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,114 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 11,205 $

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Canada
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North Vancouver vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 50% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Cayon (Cayon is 50% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs Havana (Havana is 59% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 43% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Holguin (Holguin is 49% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 39% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 58% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 53% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 38% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 38% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 56% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 65% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs San Jose (San Jose is 50% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Limon (Limon is 52% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Liberia (Liberia is 64% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 51% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 49% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Cartago (Cartago is 62% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Heredia (Heredia is 50% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 33% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 48% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
North Vancouver vs Castries (Castries is 54% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 52% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs Kingston (Kingston is 47% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 69% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 59% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 53% less expensive) North Vancouver vs May Pen (May Pen is 67% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 61% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 66% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Linstead (Linstead is 58% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 55% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 54% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 52% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 72% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 53% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 57% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 54% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Apopa (Apopa is 54% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 52% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 42% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 57% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 65% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
North Vancouver vs St. John's (St. John's is 57% less expensive) North Vancouver vs All Saints (All Saints is 57% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs St. George's (St. George's is 57% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Grenville (Grenville is 58% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs Roseau (Roseau is 60% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 55% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 61% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 60% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs Belize City (Belize City is 65% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 56% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 71% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 47% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 37% less expensive)
Guatemala
North Vancouver vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 60% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Mixco (Mixco is 74% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Coban (Coban is 64% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 69% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 64% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 64% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 65% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 65% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Flores (Flores is 66% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 68% less expensive)
Honduras
North Vancouver vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 67% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 59% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Choloma (Choloma is 76% less expensive) North Vancouver vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 74% less expensive) North Vancouver vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 65% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 65% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 71% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 71% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Yoro (Yoro is 71% less expensive) North Vancouver vs La Lima (La Lima is 65% less expensive)
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North Vancouver vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 68% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 58% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 69% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Higuey (Higuey is 69% less expensive) North Vancouver vs La Vega (La Vega is 77% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 67% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 71% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 79% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 75% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Bonao (Bonao is 78% less expensive)
Nicaragua
North Vancouver vs Managua (Managua is 69% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Leon (Leon is 74% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Masaya (Masaya is 72% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 78% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 75% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Esteli (Esteli is 76% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Granada (Granada is 72% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 82% less expensive) North Vancouver vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 73% less expensive) North Vancouver vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 64% less expensive)