NB
vs
BC
Saint John vs Victoria Cost of Living (2026)
Victoria is about 85% more expensive than Saint John, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,200 a month in Victoria vs $1,100 in Saint John.
The Verdict
Living in Victoria is 85% more expensive than living in Saint John overall.
Saint John / month
$1,555
Victoria / month
$2,750
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Saint John
$100,000
Take-home $71,215 · $5,935/mo
Needed in Victoria
$184,831
Take-home $127,957 · $10,663/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Victoria you'd need $84,831 more a year (+85%).
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
Saint John
$1,100
100% more expensive
Victoria
$2,200
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Saint John
$380
18% more expensive
Victoria
$450
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Saint John
$75
33% more expensive
Victoria
$100
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