Cost of living in Sarnia

In Sarnia, Canada, a family of four typically needs around $3505 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $1614 monthly.

How expensive is Sarnia compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Sarnia are 13% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Sarnia compare to your city?

Sarnia is 2% cheaper than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in Sarnia is, on average, 30% lower than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in Sarnia?

Who is Sarnia a good fit for?

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

FAQ

Why is Sarnia so expensive?

The primary reason for Sarnia's higher costs is the increased expense of rent and utilities, which significantly impacts overall living expenses.

Is food expensive in Sarnia?

Food costs in Sarnia are only 2% higher than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable.

Is public transport affordable in Sarnia?

Public transport in Sarnia is 27% lower than the European benchmark, offering a cost-effective option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1614 $
Without Rent
663 $
Rent & Utilities
951 $
Food
486 $
Transport
54 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2391 $
GDP per Capita
53,372 $
Freedom Index
8.55
Lifespan
81 years
Speak English
82%
Population
72.3K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 13.2 $
Dinner 47.9 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 8.62 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5 $
Capuccino 2.36 $
Coke, 330ml 1.2 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 2.01 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.06 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.2 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.36 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.31 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.4 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.25 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.31 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.56 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.79 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.46 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.99 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.82 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.48 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 10.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.8 $
Cigarette pack 10.7 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.23 $
Monthly Pass 53.6 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.05 $
Taxi, 8 km 17.3 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 75.1 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.39 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.02 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 1.51 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.06 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 88 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 137 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 50.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 757 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,186 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,034 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,852 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 5,336 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 4,37 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,391 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.47%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 21.6 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.2 $
Haircut 12.7 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 76.6 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 62 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 296 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 10,295 $

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Sarnia vs New York City (New York City is 151% more expensive) Sarnia vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 97% more expensive) Sarnia vs Chicago (Chicago is 65% more expensive) Sarnia vs Houston (Houston is 39% more expensive) Sarnia vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 47% more expensive) Sarnia vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 57% more expensive) Sarnia vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 36% more expensive) Sarnia vs San Diego (San Diego is 107% more expensive) Sarnia vs Dallas (Dallas is 58% more expensive) Sarnia vs San Jose (San Jose is 128% more expensive)
Canada
Sarnia vs Toronto (Toronto is 60% more expensive) Sarnia vs Montreal (Montreal is 21% more expensive) Sarnia vs Calgary (Calgary is 33% more expensive) Sarnia vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 39% more expensive) Sarnia vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 11% more expensive) Sarnia vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 9% more expensive) Sarnia vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 53% more expensive) Sarnia vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 64% more expensive) Sarnia vs Brampton (Brampton is 32% more expensive) Sarnia vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 33% more expensive)
Barbados
Sarnia vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 16% less expensive) Sarnia vs Holetown (Holetown is 14% less expensive)
Panama
Sarnia vs Panama City (Panama City is 14% less expensive) Sarnia vs Colon (Colon is 27% less expensive) Sarnia vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 24% less expensive) Sarnia vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 35% less expensive) Sarnia vs David (David is 48% less expensive) Sarnia vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 41% less expensive) Sarnia vs Balboa (Balboa is 23% less expensive) Sarnia vs Pacora (Pacora is 23% less expensive) Sarnia vs Chitre (Chitre is 32% less expensive) Sarnia vs Penonome (Penonome is 32% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Sarnia vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 23% less expensive) Sarnia vs Cayon (Cayon is 23% less expensive)
Cuba
Sarnia vs Havana (Havana is 37% less expensive) Sarnia vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 12% less expensive) Sarnia vs Holguin (Holguin is 21% less expensive) Sarnia vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 6% less expensive) Sarnia vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 35% less expensive) Sarnia vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 28% less expensive) Sarnia vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 3% less expensive) Sarnia vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 4% less expensive) Sarnia vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 32% less expensive) Sarnia vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 46% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Sarnia vs San Jose (San Jose is 23% less expensive) Sarnia vs Limon (Limon is 26% less expensive) Sarnia vs Liberia (Liberia is 44% less expensive) Sarnia vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 24% less expensive) Sarnia vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 21% less expensive) Sarnia vs Cartago (Cartago is 40% less expensive) Sarnia vs Heredia (Heredia is 23% less expensive) Sarnia vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 5% more expensive) Sarnia vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 19% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Sarnia vs Castries (Castries is 28% less expensive) Sarnia vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 26% less expensive)
Jamaica
Sarnia vs Kingston (Kingston is 18% less expensive) Sarnia vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 51% less expensive) Sarnia vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 37% less expensive) Sarnia vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 28% less expensive) Sarnia vs May Pen (May Pen is 49% less expensive) Sarnia vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 39% less expensive) Sarnia vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 47% less expensive) Sarnia vs Linstead (Linstead is 35% less expensive) Sarnia vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 30% less expensive) Sarnia vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 29% less expensive)
El Salvador
Sarnia vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 26% less expensive) Sarnia vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 56% less expensive) Sarnia vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 27% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 33% less expensive) Sarnia vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 28% less expensive) Sarnia vs Apopa (Apopa is 29% less expensive) Sarnia vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 26% less expensive) Sarnia vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 10% less expensive) Sarnia vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 33% less expensive) Sarnia vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 45% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Sarnia vs St. John's (St. John's is 33% less expensive) Sarnia vs All Saints (All Saints is 33% less expensive)
Grenada
Sarnia vs St. George's (St. George's is 34% less expensive) Sarnia vs Grenville (Grenville is 34% less expensive)
Dominica
Sarnia vs Roseau (Roseau is 38% less expensive) Sarnia vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 29% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Sarnia vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 39% less expensive) Sarnia vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 38% less expensive)
Belize
Sarnia vs Belize City (Belize City is 46% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 32% less expensive) Sarnia vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 55% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 17% less expensive) Sarnia vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 3% less expensive)
Guatemala
Sarnia vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 38% less expensive) Sarnia vs Mixco (Mixco is 60% less expensive) Sarnia vs Coban (Coban is 43% less expensive) Sarnia vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 52% less expensive) Sarnia vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 44% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 44% less expensive) Sarnia vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 46% less expensive) Sarnia vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 46% less expensive) Sarnia vs Flores (Flores is 47% less expensive) Sarnia vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 51% less expensive)
Honduras
Sarnia vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 49% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 36% less expensive) Sarnia vs Choloma (Choloma is 63% less expensive) Sarnia vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 60% less expensive) Sarnia vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 45% less expensive) Sarnia vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 46% less expensive) Sarnia vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 56% less expensive) Sarnia vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 55% less expensive) Sarnia vs Yoro (Yoro is 55% less expensive) Sarnia vs La Lima (La Lima is 46% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Sarnia vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 51% less expensive) Sarnia vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 35% less expensive) Sarnia vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 53% less expensive) Sarnia vs Higuey (Higuey is 52% less expensive) Sarnia vs La Vega (La Vega is 64% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 49% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 55% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 67% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 61% less expensive) Sarnia vs Bonao (Bonao is 66% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Sarnia vs Managua (Managua is 52% less expensive) Sarnia vs Leon (Leon is 60% less expensive) Sarnia vs Masaya (Masaya is 56% less expensive) Sarnia vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 66% less expensive) Sarnia vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 60% less expensive) Sarnia vs Esteli (Esteli is 63% less expensive) Sarnia vs Granada (Granada is 57% less expensive) Sarnia vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 72% less expensive) Sarnia vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 59% less expensive) Sarnia vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 45% less expensive)