Cost of living
Cost of living in Hamilton
Average rent and household spending in Hamilton — and a quick check of whether your rent is reasonable for your income.
Average rent in Hamilton
CMHC, apartment structures of three units and over.
| Bachelor | $1,078/mo |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,402/mo |
| 2 bedroom | $1,659/mo |
| 3 bedroom | $1,866/mo |
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That's about average for Hamilton ($1,659).
City comparison
How Hamilton compares
A one-bedroom in Hamilton averages $1,402 a month, the 9th most expensive of the 18 cities we track and $5 below the 18-city average of $1,407.
Keeping rent under the 30% guideline takes a gross income of about $56,080 a year for a one-bedroom here, and about $66,360 for a two-bedroom.
The median individual income in Hamilton is $47,310, so an average one-bedroom takes 36% of a median earner's gross income: stretched.
Household spending in Ontario
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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