Cost of Living in Winnipeg, Canada
Winnipeg is a city in Canada, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,631 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,032 per month, or $973 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 256 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Winnipeg scores 70/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 75°F and winter highs around 17°F, with roughly 200 sunny days a year.
Winnipeg Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Winnipeg
How Winnipeg Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Winnipeg ranks in the top 1% for healthcare, but sits in the bottom 18% for food scene. It is cheaper than 49% of them.
| Metric | Winnipeg | World rank | Rank in United States & Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,631 | #172 of 340 | #2 of 80 |
| Safety | 70/100 | #137 of 340 | #15 of 80 |
| Healthcare | 93/100 | #2 of 340 | #2 of 80 |
| Internet speed | 256 Mbps | #88 of 340 | #55 of 80 |
| Walkability | 42/100 | #243 of 340 | #44 of 80 |
| Public transit | 45/100 | #139 of 340 | #23 of 80 |
| Food scene | 62/100 | #283 of 340 | #72 of 80 |
| Air quality | 82/100 | #161 of 340 | #37 of 80 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Winnipeg FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Winnipeg?
A single person should budget around $1,631 per month in Winnipeg, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Winnipeg?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Winnipeg averages $1,032 per month, dropping to about $973 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,640.
Is Winnipeg safe?
Winnipeg scores 70/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 75/100.
How fast is the internet in Winnipeg?
Median download speeds in Winnipeg are around 256 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 18 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Canada offer a digital nomad visa?
Canada does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 180 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg sees summer highs around 75°F and winter highs near 17°F, with about 200 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 71 days.
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