Cost of Living in Ottawa, Canada
Canada · North America
Monthly budget from $1806 — full breakdown for 2026.
Budget
$1,806
/mo
Standard
$3,350
/mo
Comfort
$6,740
/mo
Monthly cost breakdown
| Housing | Food | Transport | Leisure | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $1,050 | $458 | $108 | $190 | $1,806/mo |
| Standard | $1,950 | $762 | $218 | $420 | $3,350/mo |
| Comfort | $4,100 | $1,340 | $428 | $872 | $6,740/mo |
Data: World Bank, IMF, OECD. Updated daily.
About this city
Canada's bilingual capital with world-class museums, Rideau Canal skating, and strong job market
Internet: 102 Mbps
Safety: 4.5/5
Nomad score: 3.9/5