Is Côte-des-Neiges Expensive?

Montreal, Canada

-18% vs Montreal avg

Living in Côte-des-Neiges, Montreal

Côte-des-Neiges is a relatively affordable area in Montreal, with a cost of living index of 42.7 — that is -18% compared to the Montreal average. At #15 of 24, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around C$1,554/month, compared to a range of C$1,365 in Longueuil to C$2,464 in Westmount.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Côte-des-Neiges, housing takes up roughly 37% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately C$62,172 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Côte-des-Neiges

Salaries in Côte-des-Neiges reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 42.7:

After tax and deductions of 36.8% in Canada, take-home pay for someone earning C$62,172 would be roughly C$39,293/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

42.7
COLI Index
0.82x
vs City Avg
C$1,554
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 24 Areas
36.8%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Côte-des-Neiges

Estimated annual deductions on a C$43,359 salary in Côte-des-Neiges, Montreal (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
CPP + EI
6.8%
Provincial Tax (Québec)
15%
Total Deductions: 36.8%
Est. Take-Home: C$27,403/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Côte-des-Neiges would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $32,025
London GBP £27,560
Dubai AED AED 160,246

Other Neighborhoods in Montreal

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Westmount 67.7 1.30x +30%
Old Montreal 63.6 1.22x +22%
Outremont 62.5 1.20x +20%
Plateau Mont-Royal 61.5 1.18x +18%
Griffintown 59.9 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Côte-des-Neiges:

Antioch, Nashville Nishinari, Osaka Schaerbeek, Brussels Donghu, Taipei Hongkou, Shanghai Penzing (14th), Vienna

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Côte-des-Neiges expensive in Montreal?

Côte-des-Neiges is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Montreal. It costs about -18% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Côte-des-Neiges compare to the Montreal average?

The cost of living in Côte-des-Neiges is below the Montreal average. With a multiplier of 0.82x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -18% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Statistics Canada · Canada Revenue Agency · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.