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Cost of living
in Ottawa.

Living in Ottawa, Canada costs about $2,300/month all-in for one person, and roughly $5,290/month for a family of four. That is cheaper than 27% of the 310 cities we track, and about 41% below New York.

Last updated August 2026 · How we calculate this

Single person, all-in $2,300/mo
Rent (studio)$1,035
Food & groceries$506
Utilities & internet$230
Transport$184
Fun & everything else$345
Family of four$5,290/mo
How it ranks

Cheaper than 27% of the 310 cities we track.

About 41% cheaper than New York.

Population 1.0M
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Figures are average all-in monthly costs for one person, in USD — estimates for guidance, not a personal budget. The breakdown is a typical split of the total. Convert to your currency →

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Living in Ottawa — FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Ottawa?

A single person needs roughly $2,300/month all-in in Ottawa, Canada — rent, food, transport and utilities. A family of four runs closer to $5,290/month.

Is Ottawa expensive?

Ottawa is cheaper than 27% of the 310 cities we track, and about 41% cheaper than New York.

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🇨🇦 Quebec City $1,900🇨🇦 Winnipeg $1,900🇨🇦 Edmonton $2,100🇨🇦 Halifax $2,100🇨🇦 Montreal $2,200🇨🇦 Calgary $2,400🇨🇦 Victoria $2,400🇨🇦 Toronto $2,800🇨🇦 Vancouver $2,900