Cost of living in Ottawa (Canada) is about the same as in Newark, New Jersey (United States)
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 496 prices entered by 59 different people.
| Food in Ottawa (Canada) is 7% more expensive than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa (Canada) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| C$22 ($18) | $16 | 13% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| C$12 ($10) | $9 | 11% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| C$6 ($4.92) | $4.47 | 10% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| C$3.16 ($2.53) | $1.07 | 137% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| C$3.68 ($2.94) | $3.00 | 2% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| C$3.70 ($2.96) | $3.28 | 10% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| C$11 ($9) | $4.96 | 81% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| C$3.61 ($2.88) | $3.11 | 7% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| C$2.02 ($1.62) | $1.07 | 52% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| C$2.64 ($2.11) | $1.89 | 12% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| C$17 ($14) | $15 | 8% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| C$2.31 ($1.85) | $1.97 | 6% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| C$2.13 ($1.71) | $2.04 | 16% |
| Housing in Ottawa (Canada) is 16% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Ottawa (Canada) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| C$2,310 ($1,847) | $2,140 | 14% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| C$1,715 ($1,371) | $1,593 | 14% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| C$157 ($126) | $209 | 40% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| C$1,756 ($1,404) | $1,510 | 7% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| C$1,281 ($1,024) | $1,174 | 13% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| C$114 ($91) | $148 | 38% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| C$49 ($39) | $57 | 32% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| C$453 ($363) | $419 | 13% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| C$129 ($103) | $100 | 4% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| C$10 ($8) | $15 | 50% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| C$26 ($21) | $15 | 39% |
| Clothes in Ottawa (Canada) is 20% more expensive than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Ottawa (Canada) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| C$78 ($63) | $44 | 41% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| C$52 ($42) | $36 | 15% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| C$99 ($79) | $78 | 2% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| C$167 ($134) | $101 | 32% |
| Transportation in Ottawa (Canada) is 7% more expensive than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Ottawa (Canada) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| C$27,562 ($22,040) | $22,165 | 1% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| C$1.13 ($0.90) | $0.64 | 40% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| C$123 ($98) | $85 | 16% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| C$21 ($17) | $33 | 49% |
| Personal Care in Ottawa (Canada) is 30% cheaper than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Ottawa (Canada) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| C$11 ($8) | $10 | 15% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| C$24 ($19) | $21 | 8% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| C$77 ($62) | $124 | 50% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| C$7 ($5.80) | $10 | 41% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| C$5.48 ($4.38) | $3.45 | 27% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| C$5.26 ($4.21) | $5.59 | 25% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| C$2.46 ($1.97) | $5.14 | 62% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| C$2.67 ($2.13) | $1.80 | 18% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| C$23 ($18) | $24 | 26% |
| Entertainment in Ottawa (Canada) is 18% more expensive than in Newark, New Jersey (United States) | ||
| Ottawa (Canada) | Newark, New Jersey (United States) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| C$57 ($46) | $55 | 17% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| C$28 ($22) | $26 | 14% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| C$156 ($125) | $155 | 19% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| C$114 ($91) | $65 | 41% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| C$12 ($9) | $10 | 5% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| C$4.88 ($3.91) | $4.12 | 5% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| C$7 ($5.77) | $5.16 | 12% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| C$621 ($496) | $430 | 15% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| C$0.35 ($0.28) | $0.10 | 182% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| C$61 ($49) | $36 | 37% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| C$15 ($12) | $9 | 32% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $5,800 in Newark, New Jersey you would need to make just about $5,692 (C$7,118) in Ottawa.