Cost of living in Nunavut: prices, rent, wages and taxes
Inflation, rents, gasoline, earnings, median income and tuition in Nunavut, from official statistics updated automatically.
Key numbers
| Indicator | Nunavut | Canada | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation over 12 months | 3.0% | 3.1% | 2026-09 |
| Average weekly earnings | $1,889 | $1,355 | 2026-08 |
| Minimum wage (per hour) | $20.17 | – | 2026-11 |
| Sales tax (combined) | 5% | – | 2026-11 |
Sources: Statistics Canada (updated automatically), official provincial pages and the Canada Revenue Agency.
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Guides for this province
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- Health care in Nunavut: health card, drug plans and dental help
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- Taxes in Nunavut: income tax rates, sales tax and take-home pay (2026)
- Families in Nunavut: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to Nunavut: nominee program, steps and processing times