NB
vs
BC
Fredericton vs Vancouver Cost of Living (2026)
Vancouver is about 107% more expensive than Fredericton, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,800 a month in Vancouver vs $1,250 in Fredericton.
The Verdict
Living in Vancouver is 107% more expensive than living in Fredericton overall.
Fredericton / month
$1,730
Vancouver / month
$3,440
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Fredericton
$100,000
Take-home $71,215 · $5,935/mo
Needed in Vancouver
$206,833
Take-home $139,958 · $11,663/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Vancouver you'd need $106,833 more a year (+107%).
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
Fredericton
$1,250
124% more expensive
Vancouver
$2,800
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Fredericton
$400
15% more expensive
Vancouver
$460
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Fredericton
$80
125% more expensive
Vancouver
$180
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