The cost of Living in Québec

AVERAGE COST OF ROUTINE SERVICES AND PURCHASES IN C$

*Prices vary according to the region and options selected.

Québec offers an affordable quality of life that’s second to none.

To properly plan your budget ahead of your studies in Québec, please consult the information below.

• Harmonized sales tax in Québec : 14.975%

  *This tax is not included in the prices posted in stores.

• Pay cheque deductions : 25-35 %

  Source : Government of Canada

• Accommodation (hotel, inn, etc.) : 131 $/night

  Source : Tourisme Québec (in french only)

• Airfare to Québec : Between 1000-3000 $/person, depending on your current location

  *Plan for additional luggage fees of up to $150 per unit.

• Rent : 746 $/month.

  Source CMHC

  Click here for the average rental costs according to region, based on the size of the dwelling (in French only)

• Health and prescription drug insurance : 850$/year per person

  Free for French nationals under certain conditions.

• Cell phone plans (voice, text messaging and data) : 40-60 $/month

  Source :CRTC

• Residential Internet plans : 40-70 $/month

  Source : Protégez-vous Click here to find the provider that best meets your needs!

• Cable or satellite television : 20-25 $/month

  Source : Je pars au Canada (in french only)

• Food : 448 $/month per adult

  Source : Radio-Canada (in french only)

• Water : Free
• Public transit : 40-80 $/month or 2-3,50 $/ticket

  Source : Je pars au Canada (in french only)

• Fuel : 1,20 $/litre

  Source : Natural Resources Canada

• Québec driver’s licence : 91 $/year

  Source : SAAQ

• Movie tickets : 12 $/ticket

  Source : Je pars au Canada (in french only)

• Restaurant meal : 10-25 $/person
• Winter clothing (jacket, boots, accessories) : 300 $/person
• Settling-in expenses (various services) : 500 $