NB
vs
BC
Moncton vs Vancouver Cost of Living (2026)
Vancouver is about 123% more expensive than Moncton, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,800 a month in Vancouver vs $1,150 in Moncton.
The Verdict
Living in Vancouver is 123% more expensive than living in Moncton overall.
Moncton / month
$1,615
Vancouver / month
$3,440
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 Vancouver
$222,631
Take-home $148,474 · $12,373/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Vancouver you'd need $122,631 more a year (+123%).
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
143% more expensive
Vancouver
$2,800
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Moncton
$390
18% more expensive
Vancouver
$460
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Moncton
$75
140% more expensive
Vancouver
$180
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