How much does it cost to live in Canada's cheapest city?
Quebec is the cheapest city not only in Canada, but in all of North America! Our article will tell you how much you will spend on rent, food and other expenses.
The city of Quebec is located in the province of the same name. It is considered to embody the atmosphere of Old Europe. English and French culture are mingled here. And only 15% of residents speak English. Quebec is not only the cheapest city in Canada, but also one of the most prosperous and safest. Not surprisingly, the population here is constantly increasing due to migration. It really is a good city to start life in Canada.
According to Expatistan, the cost database, in Quebec, the average cost of living per person per month is $1,873 CAD (39,995 ₴ or 105,881 ₽). A family of four spends $4,124 CAD (88,061 ₴ or 233,092 ₽).
We decided to present you with one person's expenses by category.
The cost of renting an apartment in Quebec City
The cost of renting depends on the area, the neighbourhood and other factors. Let's consider several options.
You can rent an 85 sqm apartment with furniture. In an expensive neighborhood you will pay $1,372 CAD per month ($29,302 ₴ or 77,547 ₽), in a regular neighborhood you will pay $907 CAD ($19,371 ₴ or 51,262 ₽). Utilities (electricity, heating, air conditioning, water, garbage disposal) for two in such an apartment would cost $115 CAD (2,456 ₴ or 6,500 ₽).
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