Cost of Living in Guelph


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£1,958

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
61%
Groceries
17%
Eating Out
8%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
3%
Property
61%
Groceries
17%
Eating Out
8%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
3%

Cost of living breakdown for Guelph

You can expect to spend around £1,958 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£1,111Average rent per month
£3,694Price per m² (city centre)
£3,694Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index48
Quality of life index87
Safety index72
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Guelph average costs for food and drink.

£315Weekly groceries/person
£149Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Guelph average salaries and services.

£2,474Average Monthly Net Salary
£49Transport
Healthcare65
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Canada

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,111.49£975.94 - £1,301.25
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,048.23£975.94 - £1,192.82
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,590.42£1,355.47 - £1,897.66
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,489.93£1,301.25 - £1,626.57

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Guelph depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £846 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £3,024. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £1,111 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Guelph costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £49.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Guelph is currently £2,474.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Guelph costs approximately £16, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £54.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Guelph for a single person is £846, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Guelph, the estimated monthly costs are £3,024, not including rent.

Rent prices in Guelph depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £1,111, compared to £1,048 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,590 in the centre and £1,490 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Guelph (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £94 per month. Internet access typically adds another £43.