Cost of Living: New Brunswick vs Nova Scotia
Quick answer
New Brunswick is cheaper for a single adult by about CA$427/month, mainly driven by rent.
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What this means in real life
The big differences between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia come down to rent and tax. Groceries, transport, and utilities are usually within 10–15%; housing can swing the total by hundreds of dollars per month.
New Brunswick
Housing (rent + insurance)
CA$1,150
40%
Transportation
CA$437
15%
Groceries
CA$382
13%
Utilities & internet
CA$177
6%
Healthcare
CA$291
10%
Entertainment & dining
CA$200
7%
Misc & personal
CA$255
9%
Total: CA$2,892/mo
Nova Scotia
Housing (rent + insurance)
CA$1,500
45%
Transportation
CA$456
14%
Groceries
CA$399
12%
Utilities & internet
CA$185
6%
Healthcare
CA$304
9%
Entertainment & dining
CA$209
6%
Misc & personal
CA$266
8%
Total: CA$3,319/mo
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These estimates are approximate and may vary by city, taxes, rent, family size, and personal spending. Use them as a starting point, not a substitute for personalised financial or tax advice.