Cost of Living in Toronto

Canada's financial engine; offers a diverse, safe, big-city life, but suffers from a severe housing affordability crisis.
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£2,073

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
64%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
9%
Transportation
4%
Utilities
7%
Leisure
3%
Property
64%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
9%
Transportation
4%
Utilities
7%
Leisure
3%

Multicultural neighborhoods & theatre

Lakeside skyline & humidity

High demand housing; financial center

Cost of living breakdown for Toronto

You can expect to spend around £2,073 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£1,222Average rent per month
£6,366Price per m² (city centre)
£5,090Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index49
Quality of life index79
Safety index62
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Toronto average costs for food and drink.

£260Monthly groceries/person
£165Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Toronto average salaries and services.

£2,708Average Monthly Net Salary
£85Transport
Healthcare73
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Canada

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,222.44£1,084.38 - £1,463.91
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,077.15£948.83 - £1,247.03
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£2,013.58£1,735.00 - £2,710.95
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,668.28£1,355.47 - £1,897.66

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Toronto depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £851 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £3,045. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £1,222 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Toronto costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £85.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Toronto is currently £2,708.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Toronto costs approximately £14, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £65.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Toronto for a single person is £851, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Toronto, the estimated monthly costs are £3,045, not including rent.

Rent prices in Toronto depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £1,222, compared to £1,077 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £2,014 in the centre and £1,668 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Toronto (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £106 per month. Internet access typically adds another £38.