Open ProvincesCost of living in Manitoba: prices, rent, wages and taxes
Inflation, rents, gasoline, earnings, median income and tuition in Manitoba, from official statistics updated automatically.
Key numbers
| Indicator | Manitoba | Canada | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation over 12 months | 4.4% | 3.1% | 2026-09 |
| Average weekly earnings | $1,244 | $1,355 | 2026-08 |
| Median after-tax income (households) | $72,000 | $75,500 | 2024 |
| Median hourly wage | $27.50 | $32.00 | 2026-10 |
| Average undergraduate tuition | $6,247 | $8,021 | 2026 |
| Minimum wage (per hour) | $16.40 | – | 2026-11 |
| Sales tax (combined) | 12% | – | 2026-11 |
Sources: Statistics Canada (updated automatically), official provincial pages and the Canada Revenue Agency.
Rent
| City | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|
| Winnipeg | $1,232 | $1,570 |
| Portage La Prairie | $829 | $1,257 |
| Thompson | $1,007 | $1,136 |
| Brandon | $810 | $1,096 |
| Steinbach | $944 | $991 |
CMHC average rents, 2025. Renting guide →
Gasoline
| City | Regular (¢/L) | A year earlier |
|---|---|---|
| Winnipeg | 171.5 | 135.1 |
Monthly average, 2026-09. Statistics Canada, 18-10-0001-01.
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Guides for this province
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- Working in Manitoba: minimum wage, standards and wages
- Moving to Manitoba: health card, driver's licence and taxes
- Cost of living in Manitoba: prices, rent, wages and taxes
- Buying a home in Manitoba: land transfer tax, rebates and first-time buyer help
- Health care in Manitoba: health card, drug plans and dental help
- Studying in Manitoba: tuition, student aid and grants
- Seniors in Manitoba: pensions, supplements and programs
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- Families in Manitoba: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to Manitoba: nominee program, steps and processing times