Cost of Living in Halifax, Canada

RESTAURANTS

For those who like dining out, but do not have wages above the average, there are a lot of great inexpensive places to eat where a meal for one costs $12.

Be ready to pay a lot more if alcohol goes with your meal, as the taxes on alcohol are huge in Canada, thus affecting its price.

MARKETS

How much one family will pay for groceries highly depends on the number of family members, their diet and lifestyle.

Generally speaking, it can be said that a huge amount of money is spent on foodstuff and this does not include alcohol or dining out.

Purchasing food at discounted prices would be of great help to your budget.

TRANSPORTATION

People in Halifax tend to commute by car, and the majority of population possess it, which is considered pricey.

Assuming that you, as a foreigner, do not have a car, you can utilize efficient and fast public transit, which is at the same time very affordable.

UTILITIES (MONTHLY)

It is noted that the Internet access is extremely expensive in Canada, and in Halifax the price is even higher.

This is due to little competition and very few Internet providers which hold high prices.

All the other services together can cost around $100, depending on the factors that affect the consumption.

SPORTS & LEISURE

Random expenses, such as spending quality leisure time, either doing sports or watching a movie at the cinema, always tend to be higher than we expect and the prices of fitness clubs in Halifax approve that fact.

Cinema releases are quite affordable, when compared to the high standard of living.

CLOTHING & SHOES

If you are flexible and prudent in handling finances you, will be able to save some money and spend it on clothing.

All in all, Canada is not too expensive when apparel is in question and designer clothing items can be found at reasonable prices.

Still, the least money is devoted to it.

RENT PER MONTH

Looking for an apartment in Halifax might be problematic, as finding the perfect place which will suit your budget would not be an easy task.

Unlike the rest of Canada, apartment rents in Halifax are cheaper and if you are a lifelong renter, you might consider renting it out of the center thus saving a lot of money on an annual basis.