Canada
Cost of Living in Hamilton
Monthly Total
$2,821
$49,368
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,413
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$47
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,413
$24,728
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$185
$3,238
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$165
$2,888
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$216
$3,780
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$265
$4,638
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$225
$3,938
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$51
$893
Monthly Total
$2,821
$49,368
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