Cost of living in Oakville

In Oakville, Canada, living costs about $2266 per month for one person and $5202 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Oakville compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Oakville are 59% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Oakville compare to your city?

Oakville is 43% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Oakville is, on average, 45% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Oakville?

Who is Oakville a good fit for?

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

FAQ

Why is Oakville so expensive?

The high cost of living in Oakville is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Oakville?

Yes, food costs in Oakville are 26% higher than the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Oakville?

Public transport in Oakville is 23% higher than the European benchmark, making it less affordable for some residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2266 $
Without Rent
815 $
Rent & Utilities
1451 $
Food
601 $
Transport
92 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2933 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
214.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 18.6 $
Dinner 88.4 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 11.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.95 $
Capuccino 4.09 $
Coke, 330ml 1.84 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 2.23 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.65 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.57 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.34 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.7 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.9 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.52 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.46 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.59 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.96 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.45 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.86 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.27 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.97 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.6 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.34 $
Cigarette pack 13.7 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.96 $
Monthly Pass 102 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.15 $
Taxi, 8 km 15.5 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 53.3 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.16 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.55 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.45 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.89 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 74 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 115 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 52.5 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,270 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,331 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,544 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,588 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 4,302 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 7,343 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,933 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.64%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 29.7 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.9 $
Haircut 15.8 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 98.2 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 60.3 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,112 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 18,275 $

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Cayman Islands
Oakville vs George Town (George Town is 61% more expensive)
Bahamas
Oakville vs Nassau (Nassau is 22% more expensive) Oakville vs Freeport (Freeport is 3% less expensive)
Vanuatu
Oakville vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 4% more expensive) Oakville vs Luganville (Luganville is 35% more expensive)
United States
Oakville vs New York City (New York City is 79% more expensive) Oakville vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 41% more expensive) Oakville vs Chicago (Chicago is 18% more expensive) Oakville vs Houston (Houston is 1% less expensive) Oakville vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 5% more expensive) Oakville vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 12% more expensive) Oakville vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 3% less expensive) Oakville vs San Diego (San Diego is 48% more expensive) Oakville vs Dallas (Dallas is 13% more expensive) Oakville vs San Jose (San Jose is 62% more expensive)
Canada
Oakville vs Toronto (Toronto is 14% more expensive) Oakville vs Montreal (Montreal is 14% less expensive) Oakville vs Calgary (Calgary is 5% less expensive) Oakville vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 1% less expensive) Oakville vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 21% less expensive) Oakville vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 23% less expensive) Oakville vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 9% more expensive) Oakville vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 17% more expensive) Oakville vs Brampton (Brampton is 6% less expensive) Oakville vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 5% less expensive)
Barbados
Oakville vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 40% less expensive) Oakville vs Holetown (Holetown is 39% less expensive)
Panama
Oakville vs Panama City (Panama City is 39% less expensive) Oakville vs Colon (Colon is 48% less expensive) Oakville vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 46% less expensive) Oakville vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 53% less expensive) Oakville vs David (David is 63% less expensive) Oakville vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 58% less expensive) Oakville vs Balboa (Balboa is 45% less expensive) Oakville vs Pacora (Pacora is 45% less expensive) Oakville vs Chitre (Chitre is 52% less expensive) Oakville vs Penonome (Penonome is 52% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Oakville vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 45% less expensive) Oakville vs Cayon (Cayon is 45% less expensive)
Cuba
Oakville vs Havana (Havana is 55% less expensive) Oakville vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 38% less expensive) Oakville vs Holguin (Holguin is 44% less expensive) Oakville vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 33% less expensive) Oakville vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 54% less expensive) Oakville vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 49% less expensive) Oakville vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 31% less expensive) Oakville vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 31% less expensive) Oakville vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 52% less expensive) Oakville vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 61% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Oakville vs San Jose (San Jose is 45% less expensive) Oakville vs Limon (Limon is 47% less expensive) Oakville vs Liberia (Liberia is 60% less expensive) Oakville vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 46% less expensive) Oakville vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 44% less expensive) Oakville vs Cartago (Cartago is 58% less expensive) Oakville vs Heredia (Heredia is 45% less expensive) Oakville vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 26% less expensive) Oakville vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 42% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Oakville vs Castries (Castries is 49% less expensive) Oakville vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 47% less expensive)
Jamaica
Oakville vs Kingston (Kingston is 42% less expensive) Oakville vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 65% less expensive) Oakville vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 55% less expensive) Oakville vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 49% less expensive) Oakville vs May Pen (May Pen is 64% less expensive) Oakville vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 57% less expensive) Oakville vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 63% less expensive) Oakville vs Linstead (Linstead is 54% less expensive) Oakville vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 50% less expensive) Oakville vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 50% less expensive)
El Salvador
Oakville vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 47% less expensive) Oakville vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 69% less expensive) Oakville vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 48% less expensive) Oakville vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 52% less expensive) Oakville vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 49% less expensive) Oakville vs Apopa (Apopa is 49% less expensive) Oakville vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 47% less expensive) Oakville vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 36% less expensive) Oakville vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 52% less expensive) Oakville vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 61% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Oakville vs St. John's (St. John's is 52% less expensive) Oakville vs All Saints (All Saints is 52% less expensive)
Grenada
Oakville vs St. George's (St. George's is 53% less expensive) Oakville vs Grenville (Grenville is 53% less expensive)
Dominica
Oakville vs Roseau (Roseau is 56% less expensive) Oakville vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 50% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Oakville vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 57% less expensive) Oakville vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 56% less expensive)
Belize
Oakville vs Belize City (Belize City is 61% less expensive) Oakville vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 52% less expensive) Oakville vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 68% less expensive) Oakville vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 41% less expensive) Oakville vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 31% less expensive)
Guatemala
Oakville vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 56% less expensive) Oakville vs Mixco (Mixco is 72% less expensive) Oakville vs Coban (Coban is 60% less expensive) Oakville vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 66% less expensive) Oakville vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 60% less expensive) Oakville vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 60% less expensive) Oakville vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 62% less expensive) Oakville vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 62% less expensive) Oakville vs Flores (Flores is 62% less expensive) Oakville vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 65% less expensive)
Honduras
Oakville vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 63% less expensive) Oakville vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 54% less expensive) Oakville vs Choloma (Choloma is 74% less expensive) Oakville vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 71% less expensive) Oakville vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 61% less expensive) Oakville vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 62% less expensive) Oakville vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 68% less expensive) Oakville vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 68% less expensive) Oakville vs Yoro (Yoro is 68% less expensive) Oakville vs La Lima (La Lima is 62% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Oakville vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 65% less expensive) Oakville vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 54% less expensive) Oakville vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 66% less expensive) Oakville vs Higuey (Higuey is 66% less expensive) Oakville vs La Vega (La Vega is 75% less expensive) Oakville vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 63% less expensive) Oakville vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 68% less expensive) Oakville vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 77% less expensive) Oakville vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 72% less expensive) Oakville vs Bonao (Bonao is 76% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Oakville vs Managua (Managua is 66% less expensive) Oakville vs Leon (Leon is 72% less expensive) Oakville vs Masaya (Masaya is 69% less expensive) Oakville vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 76% less expensive) Oakville vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 72% less expensive) Oakville vs Esteli (Esteli is 74% less expensive) Oakville vs Granada (Granada is 69% less expensive) Oakville vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 80% less expensive) Oakville vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 71% less expensive) Oakville vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 61% less expensive)