AB
vs
NB
Edmonton vs Saint John Cost of Living (2026)
Edmonton is about 16% more expensive than Saint John, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $1,300 a month in Edmonton vs $1,100 in Saint John.
The Verdict
Living in Saint John is 14% cheaper than living in Edmonton overall.
Edmonton / month
$1,800
Saint John / month
$1,555
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Edmonton
$100,000
Take-home $74,459 · $6,205/mo
Needed in Saint John
$85,949
Take-home $62,011 · $5,168/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Saint John you'd need $14,051 less a year (−14%).
Take-home is after 2026 federal and provincial income tax, CPP/QPP and EI for an employee. Cost of living weighs rent, groceries and transit.
Expense Breakdown
Average Rent
1-Bed City Center
Edmonton
$1,300
15% cheaper
Saint John
$1,100
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Edmonton
$400
5% cheaper
Saint John
$380
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Edmonton
$100
25% cheaper
Saint John
$75
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