Canada
Cost of Living in Vancouver
Monthly Total
$3,396
$59,430
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,832
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
$1,832
$32,060
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$132
$2,310
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$202
$3,535
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$264
$4,620
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$295
$5,163
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$287
$5,023
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$53
$928
Monthly Total
$3,396
$59,430
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