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Kingston vs Victoria Cost of Living (2026)
Victoria is about 30% more expensive than Kingston, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,200 a month in Victoria vs $1,650 in Kingston.
The Verdict
Living in Victoria is 30% more expensive than living in Kingston overall.
Kingston / month
$2,145
Victoria / month
$2,750
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Kingston
$100,000
Take-home $74,206 · $6,184/mo
Needed in Victoria
$130,052
Take-home $95,270 · $7,939/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Victoria you'd need $30,052 more a year (+30%).
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
Kingston
$1,650
33% more expensive
Victoria
$2,200
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Kingston
$410
10% more expensive
Victoria
$450
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Kingston
$85
18% more expensive
Victoria
$100
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