Is Port Moody Expensive?

Vancouver, Canada

-20% vs Vancouver avg

Living in Port Moody, Vancouver

Port Moody is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Vancouver, with a cost of living index of 52.3 — that is -20% compared to the Vancouver average. Ranked #20 of 24, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around C$2,275/month, compared to a range of C$2,047 in Surrey to C$3,696 in West Vancouver.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Port Moody, housing takes up roughly 36% 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$90,983 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Port Moody

Salaries in Port Moody reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 52.3:

After tax and deductions of 29.5% in Canada, take-home pay for someone earning C$90,983 would be roughly C$64,143/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

52.3
COLI Index
0.80x
vs City Avg
C$2,275
Est. 1BR Rent
#20
of 24 Areas
29.5%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Port Moody

Estimated annual deductions on a C$53,107 salary in Port Moody, Vancouver (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
CPP + EI
6.8%
Provincial Tax (BC)
7.7%
Total Deductions: 29.5%
Est. Take-Home: C$37,441/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $39,225
London GBP £33,756
Dubai AED AED 196,274

Other Neighborhoods in Vancouver

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
West Vancouver 85.0 1.30x +30%
Yaletown 81.8 1.25x +25%
Coal Harbour 79.8 1.22x +22%
Kitsilano 75.2 1.15x +15%
Point Grey 75.2 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Port Moody:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Moody expensive in Vancouver?

Port Moody is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Vancouver. It costs about -20% less than the city average, ranking #20 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Port Moody compare to the Vancouver average?

The cost of living in Port Moody is below the Vancouver average. With a multiplier of 0.80x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -20% 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.