{"id":19904,"date":"2024-06-06T17:45:09","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T12:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=19904"},"modified":"2024-06-06T17:45:09","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T12:15:09","slug":"cost-of-living-in-ontario","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-ontario\/","title":{"rendered":"Cost of Living in Ontario: Updated Prices, Comparison with Other Cities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As an international student, managing your money can be challenging. Balancing finances with your education is never easy. It is essential to know the cost of living in the destination and if you are interested in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/blog\/study-in-canada\/\">studying in Ontario, Canada<\/a><\/strong> then you should know what is the latest cost of living in Ontario.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading this blog to stay informed about the latest updates on the <strong>cost of living<\/strong> in Ontario. We have provided a comprehensive breakdown of average living expenses in Ontario and comprehensively examined the key areas associated with it. Let\u2019s dive in and explore the details without further ado.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-living-in-ontario-overview\"><span id=\"cost-of-living-in-ontario-overview\">Cost of living in Ontario Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cost of Living in Ontario is CAD 3,072 with rent, and it depends on the location and the way of living of a person; it also differs on personal preference. However, the average rent in Ontario is between CAD 1684 and CAD 1909 according to livingcost. Please note that the amount can vary according to a person\u2019s budget and the location you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A person needs to know the average expenses before moving to Ontario. To help international students planning to move to Ontario, we have categorised the average cost of living here into different categories. Here is the overview of the Cost of Living in Ontario for various categories:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-barcelona\/\">Cost of Living in Barcelona: Expense Insights 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-accommodation-in-ontario\"><span id=\"cost-of-accommodation-in-ontario\">Cost of Accommodation in Ontario\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The price of accommodation takes up a significant portion of the total cost of living in Ontario. Places like Toronto and Ottawa are steadily seeing an increase in the price of housing. Students can opt for various living arrangements based on their budget and preferences. Please see some accommodation options below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dormitories: Most universities in Ontario offer residency on campus for students. Dormitories are places where many students live together in large buildings. Dormitories provide food courts, and basic utilities at a reduced cost.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-Campus Apartments: students can also opt for apartments shared with roommates in a single room. It provides amenities such as Kitchen, washrooms and living area.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private Rental Apartments: As you reach Ontario, you can prefer to live in private rental apartments such as Airbnb.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find out the approx rent for housing in Ontario, both in the city centre and outside it, check out the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Accommodation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approx Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dormitories<\/td><td>CAD 350 to CAD 609<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3 bedroom apartment in City Center, 80 m<sup>2<\/sup> or 860 ft<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><td>CAD 1909<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheap 1 bedroom apartment, 40 m<sup>2<\/sup> or 430 ft<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><td>CAD 1684<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3 bedroom apartment in City Center, 80 m<sup>2<\/sup> or 860 ft<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><td>CAD 3190<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheap 3 bedroom apartment, 80 m<sup>2<\/sup> or 860 ft<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><td>CAD 2758<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:livingcost<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-transportation-in-ontario\"><span id=\"cost-of-transportation-in-ontario\">Cost of Transportation in Ontario\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are ways of transportation that a student can opt for but to cut down the cost, students can prefer public transportation which is cheap and secure. Ontario has several modes of public transport such as buses, trains, subways, and more. Students can also avail of discounts with their student I-card.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"640\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"Cost of Transportation in Ontario\u00a0\"  class=\"wp-image-51100 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/cdnbloglearn.leverageedu.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Transportation-in-Ontario.webp\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/22085852\/Transportation-in-Ontario.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/22085852\/Transportation-in-Ontario-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/22085852\/Transportation-in-Ontario-768x480.webp 768w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/22085852\/Transportation-in-Ontario-380x238.webp 380w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/22085852\/Transportation-in-Ontario-800x500.webp 800w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/06\/22085852\/Transportation-in-Ontario-150x94.webp 150w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of transportation in Ontario is also quite reasonable. On average, public transportation costs around CAD 126 per month, and the good thing is that this falls within the total cost of living in Ontario. The means of transportation in Ontario are trains, buses and cabs. Here, we have given various modes of transport along with their fare costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Moes of Transportation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approx Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Local transport ticket<\/td><td>CAD 3.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monthly ticket local transport<\/td><td>CAD 126<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Taxi Ride, 8 km or 5 mi<\/td><td>CAD 25.8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gas \/ Petrol, 1 L or 0.26 gal<\/td><td>CAD 1.53<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:livingcost<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-food-in-ontario-restaurants\"><span id=\"cost-food-in-ontario-restaurants\">Cost Food in Ontario Restaurants<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important factors that students are worried about is the cost of food and dining. Ontario offers a range of dining experiences from traditional Canadian dishes to international cuisine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The average cost of a lunch meal in an affordable restaurant in Ontario is around CAD 20.8 and for dinner in a restaurant for 2 people, the average cost of a meal is around CAD 91.4 only.\u00a0Some of the top restaurants that are affordable for students in Ontario are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Banh Mi Boys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gandhi Cuisine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wilbur Mexicana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pho Thi Fusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>El Camino<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Mule<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Burrito Boyz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Luna Express<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-melbourne\/\">Cost of Living in Melbourne: Expense Guide 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the food in Ontario is delicious, it is somewhat pricey. So you can save money by cooking in your room, and it won\u2019t affect your budget for the cost of living in Ontario. For your convenience, the average expense of groceries in Ontario is shown in the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Groceries Details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fresh White Bread\u00a0 (500g)<\/td><td>CAD 3.2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Milk (1 litre)<\/td><td>CAD 3.16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>White Rice (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 4.01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheese (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 17.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apples (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 5.1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Oranges (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 4.54<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bananas (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 1.78<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tomatoes (1kg)<\/td><td>CAD 4.74<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Onions (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 3.39<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Potatoes (1 kg)<\/td><td>CAD 3.19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eggs (12)<\/td><td>CAD 4.56<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water (1.5 liter bottle)<\/td><td>CAD 1.61<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:livingcost<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-utility-bills-in-ontario\"><span id=\"cost-of-utility-bills-in-ontario\">Cost of Utility Bills in Ontario<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The monthly basic utility cost in Ontario for a single person is Approx. CAD 309, this amount includes the cost of basic utilities like electricity, water, heating, cooling, and garbage. Which is relatively low compared to the cost of living in Ontario. For your reference, we have given the Cost of Utilities in Ontario for immigrant students in the country:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approx Cost\/Month<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Electricity, Cooling, Heating, Garbage, Water<\/td><td>CAD 142<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Internet Plan<\/td><td>CAD 73.2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:livingcost<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-health-insurance-in-ontario\"><span id=\"cost-of-health-insurance-in-ontario\">Cost of Health Insurance in Ontario<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>International students are required to have health insurance to study in Canada. In some cases, students get their health coverage from their universities whereas in some cases students need to buy health insurance of their own which can cost from CAD 600 \u2013 CAD 900 every year.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Must Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-barcelona\/\">Cost of Living in Barcelona: Expense Insights 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-average-university-fees-in-ontario\"><span id=\"average-university-fees-in-ontario\">Average University Fees in Ontario<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from the cost of living in Ontario, students need to pay their fees for university too which vary from university to university. Since Ontario is home to world-class universities it attracts more international students. The fees of some of the top universities are<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>University Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approx<\/strong> <strong>Fees per year<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/university-of-toronto-uoft\/\"><strong>University of Toronto<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 47000 \u2013 CAD 63000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/university-of-waterloo-uwaterloo\/\"><strong>University of Waterloo<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 31,000 \u2013 CAD 42,0000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/mcmaster-university-hamilton\/\"><strong>McMaster University<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 26,000 \u2013 CAD 39,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/university-of-western-ontario\/\"><strong>Western University<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 30000 \u2013 CAD42000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/queen-s-university\/\"><strong>Queen\u2019s University<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 29000 \u2013 CAD 44000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/york-university\/\"><strong>York University<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 26000 \u2013 CAD 34000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/universities\/ryerson-university\/\"><strong>Ryerson University<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>CAD 25000 \u2013 CAD 32000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-cost-of-living-in-calgary-compared-to-other-cities\"><span id=\"the-cost-of-living-in-ontario-compared-to-other-cities\">The Cost of Living in Ontario Compared to Other Cities<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ontario is generally considered a relatively high city to live in compared to some cities in Canada. When comparing the cost of living in Ontario to other cities, several factors come into play, including housing, transportation, dining, and entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So to give you an idea of \u200b\u200bhow the cost of living in Ontario compares to other cities like Manitoba, Alberta, Quebec, British Columbia, Toronto and Nova Scotia. We\u2019ve given the cost of living in other cities. Please have a look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Cost of Living City Wise<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Cost of Living<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Comparison with Cost of Living in Ontario<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-manitoba\/\">Cost of Living in Manitoba<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 2306<\/td><td>Lower than Ontario<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-albert\/\">Cost of Living In Alberta<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 2592<\/td><td>Lower than Ontario<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost of Living in Quebec<\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 2356<\/td><td>Lower than Ontario<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost of Living in British<\/strong> <strong>Columbia<\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 3096<\/td><td>Approximately equals to Ontario<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-toronto\/#:~:text=The%20Cost%20of%20Living%20in%20Toronto%20is%20CAD%201509%20without,and%20the%20location%20you%20prefer.\">Cost of living in Toronto<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 3510<\/td><td>Higher than Ontario<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost of living in Nova Scotia<\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 2860<\/td><td>Lower than Ontario<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost of living in New Brunswick<\/strong><\/td><td>CAD 2111<\/td><td>Approximately equal to Ontario<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source:livingcost<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-choose-ontario-nbsp\"><span id=\"why-choose-ontario\">Why Choose Ontario?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With an effective cost of living in Ontario, it is one of the most preferred places in the world to pursue international education and emerges as one of the top places to be based in Eastern Canada, making it an attractive place to study.\u00a0Let\u2019s take a look at some of the factors that make Ontario a popular study-abroad destination for international students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ontario is home to several renowned universities and colleges with exceptional worldwide rankings.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The place offers a variety of programs and courses to cater to everyone\u2019s interests and allow students to explore other fields as well. The universities in Ontario ensure that the students gain theoretical knowledge along with practical experience.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The place offers a diverse culture where students can interact and create networks with people across the world. This exposure enhances their opportunity concerning job prospects and gives them a global outlook.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-study work facilities are also available for international students. Canada allows post-study work permits to help them gain work experience. The work experience can also help them become a permanent resident of Ontario.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ontario\u2019s rapidly growing economy has increased the job market with numerous employment opportunities, making it an ideal destination to study and settle for international students.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-sydney\/\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-coventry\/\">Cost of Living in Coventry : Overall Expenses Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-brooklyn\/\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-brooklyn\/\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-nottingham\/\">Cost of Living in Nottingham: Expense Insights<\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-napier-a-guide\/\"><strong>Cost of Living in Napier: Overall Expenses Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-sydney\/\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-coventry\/\">Cost of Living in Coventry: Overall Expenses Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-budapest\/\"><strong>Cost of Living in Budapest: A Guide on Expected Expenses<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/cost-of-living-in-south-africa\/\"><strong>A Guide on Cost of Living in South Africa<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-on-cost-of-living-in-ontario\"><span id=\"faqs-on-cost-of-living-in-ontario\">FAQs on Cost of Living in Ontario<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1717673241040\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q 1. What is The Average Cost of Living in Ontario for a single person?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: The average cost of living in Ontario, including rent, is around CAD 3,072. However, costs can vary significantly depending on the city and individual lifestyle choices.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1717673449983\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q 2. How expensive is it to live in Ontario?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Ontario is one of the most expensive cities in Canada. The average cost of living in Toronto with rent is around CAD 3,072. This amount may vary according to location and person\u2019s preference. However, Ontario offers a high quality of life with excellent amenities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1717673655369\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q 3. What salary do you need to live in Ontario?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: The average income in Toronto is CAD 4307, which is higher than the average cost of living with rent in Toronto of approximately CAD 3,072. This means that you can live a comfortable life on this salary and also save some money.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688026023649\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q 4. <strong>Most Indians live in which part of Ontario?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Ottawa is the place where you will find most of the Indians living in Ontario.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688026046150\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q 5. <strong>Where do most students go to study in Canada?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: More than half of the students prefer going to Ontario as it has various renowned universities and colleges.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1688026072591\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q 6. <strong>Is health insurance compulsory for international students to study in Canada?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans: Yes, health insurance is an important document that you will have to carry while applying for Universities.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This was all about the Cost of living in Ontario. 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