Cost of Living in Halifax
A low cost of living and a high quality of life make Halifax an enjoyable and affordable place to live. Whether you live on or off campus, it’s a good idea to work out a monthly budget. Below is a sample* of some common living/lifestyle expenses to give you an idea surrounding the cost of living in Halifax.
*All costs are provided as estimates only.
Sample of expenses
| Expenses |
Average/approximate cost |
|---|---|
| Rent for a two-bedroom apartment |
$799/month (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation) |
| Hot water cost per (two person) household |
$29.75/month (120 litres/day) |
| Electricity/home heating |
$90-$110/month (varies based on consumption and method of heat |
| Food |
$200-$250/month |
| Telephone |
Basic service/month: $25.00 (local) Long distance varies. |
| Internet |
$35/month |
| Cable television |
Basic service/month: $20.00 Digital services/month: $65.00+ |
| Movie theatre |
Adult pass: $10.99 |
| Gasoline |
$0.90-$1.20 per liter |
Use our online budget tool to get a detailed estimate your costs while studying at Dalhousie.
