Open ProvincesCost of living in New Brunswick: prices, rent, wages and taxes
Inflation, rents, gasoline, earnings, median income and tuition in New Brunswick, from official statistics updated automatically.
Key numbers
| Indicator | New Brunswick | Canada | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation over 12 months | 5.0% | 3.1% | 2026-09 |
| Average weekly earnings | $1,268 | $1,355 | 2026-08 |
| Median after-tax income (households) | $65,100 | $75,500 | 2024 |
| Median hourly wage | $28.72 | $32.00 | 2026-10 |
| Average undergraduate tuition | $10,373 | $8,021 | 2026 |
| Minimum wage (per hour) | $15.90 | – | 2026-11 |
| Sales tax (combined) | 15% | – | 2026-11 |
Sources: Statistics Canada (updated automatically), official provincial pages and the Canada Revenue Agency.
Rent
| City | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|
| Moncton | $1,164 | $1,452 |
| Fredericton | $1,208 | $1,431 |
| Saint John | $1,001 | $1,290 |
| Miramichi | $662 | $1,132 |
| Bathurst | $776 | $1,108 |
| Edmundston | $716 | $995 |
CMHC average rents, 2025. Renting guide →
Gasoline
| City | Regular (¢/L) | A year earlier |
|---|---|---|
| Saint John | 192.5 | 145.8 |
Monthly average, 2026-09. Statistics Canada, 18-10-0001-01.
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Guides for this province
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- Working in New Brunswick: minimum wage, standards and wages
- Moving to New Brunswick: health card, driver's licence and taxes
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- Buying a home in New Brunswick: land transfer tax, rebates and first-time buyer help
- Health care in New Brunswick: health card, drug plans and dental help
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- Seniors in New Brunswick: pensions, supplements and programs
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- Families in New Brunswick: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to New Brunswick: nominee program, steps and processing times