Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Dominica is 2.82 times less expensive as compared to Canada.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Dominica and Canada. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Dominica and Canada.
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![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 1,500 XCD (555.60 USD) | 2,300 CAD (1,679 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 2,500 XCD (926 USD) | 3,000 CAD (2,190 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 3,500 XCD (1,296.40 USD) | 4,200 CAD (3,066 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 1,000 XCD (370.40 USD) | 1,600 CAD (1,168 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 1,800 XCD (666.72 USD) | 2,200 CAD (1,606 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 2,500 XCD (926 USD) | 3,000 CAD (2,190 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month ![]() | 12 % | 5 % |
Realtor Commission ![]() | 5 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes ![]() | Yet to Update | 0.5 to 2.5 % |
The average housing cost in Dominica is 2.54 times less expensive than Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Basic Home Furnishing ![]() | 4,000 XCD (1,481.60 USD) | 5,000 CAD (3,650 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month ![]() | 50 XCD (18.52 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 58.10% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Dominica costs 2.46 times less compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 75 XCD (27.78 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 50 XCD (18.52 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 29.53% less in Dominica compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) ![]() | 15 XCD (5.56 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) ![]() | 7 XCD (2.59 USD) | 1.50 CAD (1.09 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) ![]() | 2 XCD (0.74 USD) | 1 CAD (0.73 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) ![]() | 6 XCD (2.22 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) ![]() | 15 XCD (5.56 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 8 CAD (5.84 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) ![]() | 25 XCD (9.26 USD) | 12 CAD (8.76 USD) |
In Dominica, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.83 times more expensive than the cost in Canada.
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 51.46% more for Groceries.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Apples (1 KG) ![]() | 12 XCD (4.44 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) ![]() | 8 XCD (2.96 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 8 XCD (2.96 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) ![]() | 12 XCD (4.44 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.47 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two ![]() | 120 XCD (44.45 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 10 CAD (7.30 USD) |
Normal Coffee ![]() | 8 XCD (2.96 USD) | 3.50 CAD (2.55 USD) |
Soft Drink ![]() | 4 XCD (1.48 USD) | 2.50 CAD (1.82 USD) |
Pizza for One ![]() | 35 XCD (12.96 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 ![]() | 15 XCD (5.56 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 5.72% less in Dominica compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle ![]() | 60 XCD (22.22 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Glass of Wine ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 8 CAD (5.84 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter ![]() | 15 XCD (5.56 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 40 XCD (14.82 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 70 XCD (25.93 USD) | 35 CAD (25.55 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.28 times more for usual hard drinks.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket ![]() | 5 XCD (1.85 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Single Train Ticket ![]() | Yet to Update () | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket ![]() | Yet to Update () | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer ![]() | 5 XCD (1.85 USD) | 2 CAD (1.46 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour ![]() | 5 XCD (1.85 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour ![]() | 2 XCD (0.74 USD) | 2 CAD (1.46 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 4.17 times less for transportation.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost ![]() | 70,000 XCD (25,928 USD) | 30,000 CAD (21,900 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Driving License Fees ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost ![]() | 1,500 XCD (555.60 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost ![]() | 2,000 XCD (740.80 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates ![]() | 6.5 % | 6 % |
Fuel Per Liter ![]() | 8 XCD (2.96 USD) | 1.60 CAD (1.17 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 6 CAD (4.38 USD) |
Average Toll Fees ![]() | Yet to Update | 20 CAD 14.60 USD |
You would have to pay 1.23 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Dominica compared to that of Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Doctor Visit ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Specialist Visit ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 250 CAD (182.50 USD) |
Dentist Visit ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Eye Exam ![]() | 120 XCD (44.45 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling ![]() | 120 XCD (44.45 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening ![]() | Yet to Update () | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Physical Therapy ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit ![]() | 300 XCD (111.12 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night ![]() | 600 XCD (222.24 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Vaccinations ![]() | 50 XCD (18.52 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Prescription Medication ![]() | 50 XCD (18.52 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 250 CAD (182.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles ![]() | 1,000 XCD (370.40 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.12 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Cosmetic Procedures ![]() | Yet to Update () | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Spa Treatment ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost ![]() | 60 XCD (22.22 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost ![]() | 80 XCD (29.63 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Haircuts ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Hair Coloring ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 75 CAD (54.75 USD) |
Shampoo Price ![]() | 15 XCD (5.56 USD) | 6 CAD (4.38 USD) |
Toothpaste Price ![]() | 8 XCD (2.96 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.63 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes ![]() | 350 XCD (129.64 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Women's Dress ![]() | 300 XCD (111.12 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Summer Dress ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Men's Suit ![]() | 1,500 XCD (555.60 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
Men's Jeans ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Women's Jeans ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes ![]() | 300 XCD (111.12 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes ![]() | 300 XCD (111.12 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes ![]() | 250 XCD (92.60 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes ![]() | 250 XCD (92.60 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Underwear For Men ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Underwear For Women ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Socks For Men ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 10 CAD (7.30 USD) |
Socks For Women ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 12 CAD (8.76 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Sportswear ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.34 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Children's Jeans ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat ![]() | 250 XCD (92.60 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 1,200 CAD (876 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler ![]() | 400 XCD (148.16 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids ![]() | 300 XCD (111.12 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 3.49 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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PreSchool Fees ![]() | 400 XCD (148.16 USD) | 800 CAD (584 USD) |
Primary School Fees ![]() | 1,000 XCD (370.40 USD) | 1,500 CAD (1,095 USD) |
Secondary School Fees ![]() | 1,500 XCD (555.60 USD) | 2,000 CAD (1,460 USD) |
Private School Fees ![]() | 2,500 XCD (926 USD) | 10,000 CAD (7,300 USD) |
University Tuition Fees ![]() | 4,000 XCD (1,481.60 USD) | 7,000 CAD (5,110 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees ![]() | 6,000 XCD (2,222.40 USD) | 15,000 CAD (10,950 USD) |
After School Activities ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Special Education Services ![]() | 300 XCD (111.12 USD) | 800 CAD (584 USD) |
Tutoring ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Textbooks Cost ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
School Supplies ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 4.59 times less for school and education.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Movie Ticket (Single) ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) ![]() | 40 XCD (14.82 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) ![]() | 60 XCD (22.22 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) ![]() | 50 XCD (18.52 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Gym Membership ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket ![]() | 10 XCD (3.70 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket ![]() | 15 XCD (5.56 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket ![]() | 25 XCD (9.26 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Bowling ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Mini Golf ![]() | 20 XCD (7.41 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Video Games ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Streaming Services ![]() | 60 XCD (22.22 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental ![]() | 50 XCD (18.52 USD) | 30 CAD (21.90 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.36 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Language Classes ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 400 CAD (292 USD) |
Parenting Classes ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Art Classes ![]() | 80 XCD (29.63 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Fitness Classes ![]() | 30 XCD (11.11 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Music Lessons ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Dance Lessons ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes ![]() | 40 XCD (14.82 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Educational Software ![]() | 100 XCD (37.04 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.76 times less for Private Classes.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary ![]() | 3,000 XCD (1,111.20 USD) | 5,000 CAD (3,650 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary ![]() | 2,500 XCD (926 USD) | 4,000 CAD (2,920 USD) |
Minimum Wages ![]() | 50 XCD per hour (18.52 USD) | 0.53 CAD per hour (0.39 USD) |
Average Bonus ![]() | 500 XCD (185.20 USD) | 2,000 CAD (1,460 USD) |
Income Tax Rate ![]() | 0 to 15 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions ![]() | 5 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions ![]() | 10 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index ![]() | 70 | 70 |
Median Household Income ![]() | 2,800 XCD (1,037.12 USD) | 75,000 CAD (54,750 USD) |
If you lived in Dominica, you would earn 19.15 times less salary as compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Dominica ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate ![]() | 200 XCD (74.08 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 120 XCD (44.45 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 150 XCD (55.56 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Professional Services cost 2.13 times less in Dominica, as compared to Canada.
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