Cost of living
Cost of living in Edmonton
Average rent and household spending in Edmonton — and a quick check of whether your rent is reasonable for your income.
Average rent in Edmonton
CMHC, apartment structures of three units and over.
| Bachelor | $1,108/mo |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,301/mo |
| 2 bedroom | $1,598/mo |
| 3 bedroom | $1,802/mo |
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That's about average for Edmonton ($1,598).
City comparison
How Edmonton compares
A one-bedroom in Edmonton averages $1,301 a month, the 11th most expensive of the 18 cities we track and $106 below the 18-city average of $1,407.
Keeping rent under the 30% guideline takes a gross income of about $52,040 a year for a one-bedroom here, and about $63,920 for a two-bedroom.
The median individual income in Edmonton is $48,730, so an average one-bedroom takes 32% of a median earner's gross income: stretched.
Household spending in Alberta
Average household, per year (Survey of Household Spending).
Educational information only — not financial advice. Rents are CMHC averages; actual options vary by neighbourhood and building.
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