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Moncton vs Victoria Cost of Living (2026)

Victoria is about 78% more expensive than Moncton, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,200 a month in Victoria vs $1,150 in Moncton.

The Verdict

Living in Victoria is 78% more expensive than living in Moncton overall.

Moncton / month

$1,615

Victoria / month

$2,750

Rent, groceries and transit for one person.

Your salary in Moncton $

Salary in Moncton

$100,000

Take-home $71,215 · $5,935/mo

Needed in Victoria

$177,511

Take-home $123,691 · $10,308/mo

To keep the same lifestyle in Victoria you'd need $77,511 more a year (+78%).

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.

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1-Bed City Center

Moncton

$1,150

91% more expensive

Victoria

$2,200

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Monthly Basket (1 Person)

Moncton

$390

15% more expensive

Victoria

$450

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Monthly Transit Pass

Moncton

$75

33% more expensive

Victoria

$100

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