Canada
Cost of Living in Ottawa
Monthly Total
$2,978
$52,115
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,412
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$52
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
$1,412
$24,710
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$184
$3,220
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$189
$3,308
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
$311
$5,443
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$314
$5,495
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$52
$910
Monthly Total
$2,978
$52,115
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