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Cost of Living in Kitchener
Monthly Total
$3,027
$52,973
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,449
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$53
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
$1,449
$25,358
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$203
$3,553
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$205
$3,588
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$274
$4,795
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$242
$4,235
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$54
$945
Monthly Total
$3,027
$52,973
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