Cost of living in Saguenay

In Saguenay, Canada, a single person typically needs around $1544 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $3129 monthly.

How expensive is Saguenay compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Saguenay is 8% more expensive overall.

How does Saguenay compare to your city?

Saguenay is 49% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Saguenay is, on average, 69% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Saguenay?

Who is Saguenay a good fit for?

Saguenay 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 Saguenay so expensive?

The cost of living in Saguenay is influenced primarily by higher housing costs. Rent and utilities contribute significantly to the overall expense.

Is food expensive in Saguenay?

Yes, food prices in Saguenay are 12% higher than the European benchmark. This can impact overall living expenses.

Is public transport affordable in Saguenay?

Public transport in Saguenay is 11% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a cost-effective option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1544 $
Without Rent
733 $
Rent & Utilities
811 $
Food
535 $
Transport
67 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2434 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
145.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.1 $
Dinner 71.7 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 11.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.54 $
Capuccino 4.44 $
Coke, 330ml 1.47 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.99 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.57 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.72 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.41 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.7 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.71 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 16.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.02 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.3 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.06 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.19 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.2 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.63 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.58 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.81 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 11.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.99 $
Cigarette pack 10.4 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.77 $
Monthly Pass 56.7 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.18 $
Taxi, 8 km 20.9 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 79.6 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.07 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 3.66 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.4 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.88 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 71 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 110 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 50.8 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 725 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 705 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 546 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 932 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 5,947 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 3,446 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,434 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 7.08%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 33.4 $
Cinema, 1 seat 9.59 $
Haircut 16 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 96.8 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 71.1 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 609 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 6,241 $

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Canada
Saguenay vs Toronto (Toronto is 67% more expensive) Saguenay vs Montreal (Montreal is 27% more expensive) Saguenay vs Calgary (Calgary is 39% more expensive) Saguenay vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 45% more expensive) Saguenay vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 16% more expensive) Saguenay vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 14% more expensive) Saguenay vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 60% more expensive) Saguenay vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 72% more expensive) Saguenay vs Brampton (Brampton is 38% more expensive) Saguenay vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 40% more expensive)
Barbados
Saguenay vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 12% less expensive) Saguenay vs Holetown (Holetown is 10% less expensive)
Panama
Saguenay vs Panama City (Panama City is 10% less expensive) Saguenay vs Colon (Colon is 23% less expensive) Saguenay vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 20% less expensive) Saguenay vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 32% less expensive) Saguenay vs David (David is 46% less expensive) Saguenay vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 38% less expensive) Saguenay vs Balboa (Balboa is 19% less expensive) Saguenay vs Pacora (Pacora is 19% less expensive) Saguenay vs Chitre (Chitre is 29% less expensive) Saguenay vs Penonome (Penonome is 29% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Saguenay vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 20% less expensive) Saguenay vs Cayon (Cayon is 20% less expensive)
Cuba
Saguenay vs Havana (Havana is 34% less expensive) Saguenay vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 8% less expensive) Saguenay vs Holguin (Holguin is 17% less expensive) Saguenay vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 1% less expensive) Saguenay vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 32% less expensive) Saguenay vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 24% less expensive) Saguenay vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 1% more expensive) Saguenay vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 1% more expensive) Saguenay vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 29% less expensive) Saguenay vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 43% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Saguenay vs San Jose (San Jose is 20% less expensive) Saguenay vs Limon (Limon is 22% less expensive) Saguenay vs Liberia (Liberia is 42% less expensive) Saguenay vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 20% less expensive) Saguenay vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 17% less expensive) Saguenay vs Cartago (Cartago is 38% less expensive) Saguenay vs Heredia (Heredia is 19% less expensive) Saguenay vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 9% more expensive) Saguenay vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 15% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Saguenay vs Castries (Castries is 25% less expensive) Saguenay vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 23% less expensive)
Jamaica
Saguenay vs Kingston (Kingston is 14% less expensive) Saguenay vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 49% less expensive) Saguenay vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 34% less expensive) Saguenay vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 25% less expensive) Saguenay vs May Pen (May Pen is 47% less expensive) Saguenay vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 37% less expensive) Saguenay vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 45% less expensive) Saguenay vs Linstead (Linstead is 32% less expensive) Saguenay vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 27% less expensive) Saguenay vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 26% less expensive)
El Salvador
Saguenay vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 23% less expensive) Saguenay vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 54% less expensive) Saguenay vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 24% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 30% less expensive) Saguenay vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 25% less expensive) Saguenay vs Apopa (Apopa is 26% less expensive) Saguenay vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 22% less expensive) Saguenay vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 6% less expensive) Saguenay vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 30% less expensive) Saguenay vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 43% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Saguenay vs St. John's (St. John's is 30% less expensive) Saguenay vs All Saints (All Saints is 30% less expensive)
Grenada
Saguenay vs St. George's (St. George's is 31% less expensive) Saguenay vs Grenville (Grenville is 31% less expensive)
Dominica
Saguenay vs Roseau (Roseau is 35% less expensive) Saguenay vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 26% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Saguenay vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 36% less expensive) Saguenay vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 35% less expensive)
Belize
Saguenay vs Belize City (Belize City is 43% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 29% less expensive) Saguenay vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 53% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 14% less expensive) Saguenay vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 2% more expensive)
Guatemala
Saguenay vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 35% less expensive) Saguenay vs Mixco (Mixco is 59% less expensive) Saguenay vs Coban (Coban is 41% less expensive) Saguenay vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 50% less expensive) Saguenay vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 41% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 42% less expensive) Saguenay vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 44% less expensive) Saguenay vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 44% less expensive) Saguenay vs Flores (Flores is 44% less expensive) Saguenay vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 49% less expensive)
Honduras
Saguenay vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 46% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 33% less expensive) Saguenay vs Choloma (Choloma is 61% less expensive) Saguenay vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 58% less expensive) Saguenay vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 43% less expensive) Saguenay vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 44% less expensive) Saguenay vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 54% less expensive) Saguenay vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 53% less expensive) Saguenay vs Yoro (Yoro is 52% less expensive) Saguenay vs La Lima (La Lima is 44% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Saguenay vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 49% less expensive) Saguenay vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 32% less expensive) Saguenay vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 50% less expensive) Saguenay vs Higuey (Higuey is 50% less expensive) Saguenay vs La Vega (La Vega is 63% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 46% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 53% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 66% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 60% less expensive) Saguenay vs Bonao (Bonao is 65% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Saguenay vs Managua (Managua is 50% less expensive) Saguenay vs Leon (Leon is 59% less expensive) Saguenay vs Masaya (Masaya is 54% less expensive) Saguenay vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 64% less expensive) Saguenay vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 59% less expensive) Saguenay vs Esteli (Esteli is 62% less expensive) Saguenay vs Granada (Granada is 55% less expensive) Saguenay vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 70% less expensive) Saguenay vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 57% less expensive) Saguenay vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 42% less expensive)