NB
vs
QC
Moncton vs Quebec City Cost of Living (2026)
Quebec City is about 4% more expensive than Moncton, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $1,200 a month in Quebec City vs $1,150 in Moncton.
The Verdict
Living in Quebec City is 4% more expensive than living in Moncton overall.
Moncton / month
$1,615
Quebec City / month
$1,680
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Moncton
$100,000
Take-home $71,215 · $5,935/mo
Needed in Quebec City
$103,960
Take-home $72,103 · $6,009/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Quebec City you'd need $3,960 more a year (+4%).
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
Moncton
$1,150
4% more expensive
Quebec City
$1,200
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Moncton
$390
0% more expensive
Quebec City
$390
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Moncton
$75
20% more expensive
Quebec City
$90
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