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Moncton vs Saint John Cost of Living (2026)
Moncton is about 4% more expensive than Saint John, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $1,150 a month in Moncton vs $1,100 in Saint John.
The Verdict
Living in Saint John is 4% cheaper than living in Moncton overall.
Moncton / month
$1,615
Saint John / month
$1,555
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 Saint John
$96,040
Take-home $68,621 · $5,718/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Saint John you'd need $3,960 less 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% cheaper
Saint John
$1,100
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Moncton
$390
3% cheaper
Saint John
$380
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Moncton
$75
0% more expensive
Saint John
$75
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