Is Griffintown Expensive?

Montreal, Canada

+15% vs Montreal avg

Living in Griffintown, Montreal

Griffintown is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Montreal, with a cost of living index of 59.9 — that is +15% compared to the Montreal average. It ranks #5 out of 24 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around C$2,180/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 Griffintown, housing takes up roughly 52% 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$87,192 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Griffintown

Salaries in Griffintown reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 59.9:

After tax and deductions of 37.2% in Canada, take-home pay for someone earning C$87,192 would be roughly C$54,757/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

59.9
COLI Index
1.15x
vs City Avg
C$2,180
Est. 1BR Rent
#5
of 24 Areas
37.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Griffintown

Estimated annual deductions on a C$60,825 salary in Griffintown, Montreal (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
CPP + EI
6.8%
Provincial Tax (Québec)
15%
Total Deductions: 37.2%
Est. Take-Home: C$38,169/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Griffintown would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $44,925
London GBP £38,662
Dubai AED AED 224,795

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%
Mile End 56.3 1.08x +8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Griffintown expensive in Montreal?

Yes, Griffintown is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Montreal. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #5 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Griffintown compare to the Montreal average?

The cost of living in Griffintown is above the Montreal average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% 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.