NB
vs
SK
Moncton vs Saskatoon Cost of Living (2026)
Saskatoon is about 7% more expensive than Moncton, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $1,250 a month in Saskatoon vs $1,150 in Moncton.
The Verdict
Living in Saskatoon is 7% more expensive than living in Moncton overall.
Moncton / month
$1,615
Saskatoon / month
$1,725
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 Saskatoon
$107,355
Take-home $77,216 · $6,435/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Saskatoon you'd need $7,355 more a year (+7%).
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
9% more expensive
Saskatoon
$1,250
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Moncton
$390
0% more expensive
Saskatoon
$390
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Moncton
$75
13% more expensive
Saskatoon
$85
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