Open ProvincesCost of living in Saskatchewan: prices, rent, wages and taxes
Inflation, rents, gasoline, earnings, median income and tuition in Saskatchewan, from official statistics updated automatically.
Key numbers
| Indicator | Saskatchewan | Canada | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation over 12 months | 3.3% | 3.1% | 2026-09 |
| Average weekly earnings | $1,309 | $1,355 | 2026-08 |
| Median after-tax income (households) | $75,500 | $75,500 | 2024 |
| Median hourly wage | $29.40 | $32.00 | 2026-10 |
| Average undergraduate tuition | $10,167 | $8,021 | 2026 |
| Minimum wage (per hour) | $15.70 | – | 2026-11 |
| Sales tax (combined) | 11% | – | 2026-11 |
Sources: Statistics Canada (updated automatically), official provincial pages and the Canada Revenue Agency.
Rent
| City | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|
| Saskatoon | $1,281 | $1,559 |
| Regina | $1,240 | $1,478 |
| Moose Jaw | $997 | $1,337 |
| Yorkton | $1,076 | $1,217 |
| Prince Albert | $1,073 | $1,213 |
| North Battleford | $924 | $1,159 |
| Estevan | $863 | $1,005 |
| Swift Current | $830 | $999 |
CMHC average rents, 2025. Renting guide →
Gasoline
| City | Regular (¢/L) | A year earlier |
|---|---|---|
| Regina | 174.0 | 139.6 |
| Saskatoon | 175.5 | 138.1 |
Monthly average, 2026-09. Statistics Canada, 18-10-0001-01.
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Guides for this province
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- Working in Saskatchewan: minimum wage, standards and wages
- Moving to Saskatchewan: health card, driver's licence and taxes
- Cost of living in Saskatchewan: prices, rent, wages and taxes
- Buying a home in Saskatchewan: land transfer tax, rebates and first-time buyer help
- Health care in Saskatchewan: health card, drug plans and dental help
- Studying in Saskatchewan: tuition, student aid and grants
- Seniors in Saskatchewan: pensions, supplements and programs
- Taxes in Saskatchewan: income tax rates, sales tax and take-home pay (2026)
- Families in Saskatchewan: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to Saskatchewan: nominee program, steps and processing times