Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Kuwait is 1.20 times more expensive as compared to Canada.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Kuwait 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 Kuwait and Canada.
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![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) | 2,300 CAD (1,679 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 3,000 CAD (2,190 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) | 4,200 CAD (3,066 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 1,600 CAD (1,168 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) | 2,200 CAD (1,606 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 3,000 CAD (2,190 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month ![]() | 3 % | 5 % |
Realtor Commission ![]() | 2 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes ![]() | Yet to Update | 0.5 to 2.5 % |
The average housing cost in Kuwait is 1.17 times less expensive than Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Basic Home Furnishing ![]() | 1,500 KWD (4,875 USD) | 5,000 CAD (3,650 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month ![]() | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month ![]() | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 36.42% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Kuwait costs 1.34 times more compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month ![]() | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 48.40% more in Kuwait compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) ![]() | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) ![]() | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 1.50 CAD (1.09 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) ![]() | 0.60 KWD (1.95 USD) | 1 CAD (0.73 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) ![]() | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) ![]() | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) ![]() | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 8 CAD (5.84 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) ![]() | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 12 CAD (8.76 USD) |
In Kuwait, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 3.74 times more expensive than the cost in Canada.
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 195.03% more for Groceries.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Apples (1 KG) ![]() | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) ![]() | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) ![]() | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) ![]() | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) ![]() | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) ![]() | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.84 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant ![]() | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two ![]() | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal ![]() | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) | 10 CAD (7.30 USD) |
Normal Coffee ![]() | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 3.50 CAD (2.55 USD) |
Soft Drink ![]() | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 2.50 CAD (1.82 USD) |
Pizza for One ![]() | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal ![]() | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 ![]() | 3.50 KWD (11.38 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 84.71% more in Kuwait compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle ![]() | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Glass of Wine ![]() | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) | 8 CAD (5.84 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter ![]() | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter ![]() | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 14 KWD (45.50 USD) | 35 CAD (25.55 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.28 times more for usual hard drinks.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket ![]() | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
Single Train Ticket ![]() | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket ![]() | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare ![]() | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 4 CAD (2.92 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer ![]() | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) | 2 CAD (1.46 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour ![]() | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) | 5 CAD (3.65 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour ![]() | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 2 CAD (1.46 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.85 times more for transportation.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost ![]() | 25,000 KWD (81,250 USD) | 30,000 CAD (21,900 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost ![]() | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Driving License Fees ![]() | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost ![]() | 500 KWD (1,625 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost ![]() | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates ![]() | 3.5 % | 6 % |
Fuel Per Liter ![]() | 0.90 KWD (2.93 USD) | 1.60 CAD (1.17 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon ![]() | 3.40 KWD (11.05 USD) | 6 CAD (4.38 USD) |
Average Toll Fees ![]() | 5 KWD 16.25 USD | 20 CAD 14.60 USD |
You would have to pay 3.77 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Kuwait compared to that of Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Doctor Visit ![]() | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Specialist Visit ![]() | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 250 CAD (182.50 USD) |
Dentist Visit ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Eye Exam ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling ![]() | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Physical Therapy ![]() | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit ![]() | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night ![]() | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Vaccinations ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Prescription Medication ![]() | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication ![]() | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums ![]() | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 250 CAD (182.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles ![]() | 75 KWD (243.75 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.09 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Cosmetic Procedures ![]() | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Spa Treatment ![]() | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost ![]() | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Haircuts ![]() | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Hair Coloring ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 75 CAD (54.75 USD) |
Shampoo Price ![]() | 4 KWD (13 USD) | 6 CAD (4.38 USD) |
Toothpaste Price ![]() | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 3 CAD (2.19 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.42 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes ![]() | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt ![]() | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Women's Dress ![]() | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Summer Dress ![]() | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Men's Suit ![]() | 180 KWD (585 USD) | 500 CAD (365 USD) |
Men's Jeans ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Women's Jeans ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes ![]() | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes ![]() | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes ![]() | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes ![]() | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 90 CAD (65.70 USD) |
Underwear For Men ![]() | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Underwear For Women ![]() | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Socks For Men ![]() | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 10 CAD (7.30 USD) |
Socks For Women ![]() | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) | 12 CAD (8.76 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults ![]() | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Sportswear ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.53 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Children's Jeans ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers ![]() | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant ![]() | 350 KWD (1,137.50 USD) | 1,200 CAD (876 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler ![]() | 300 KWD (975 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs ![]() | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities ![]() | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids ![]() | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 1,000 CAD (730 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.29 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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PreSchool Fees ![]() | 450 KWD (1,462.50 USD) | 800 CAD (584 USD) |
Primary School Fees ![]() | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 1,500 CAD (1,095 USD) |
Secondary School Fees ![]() | 800 KWD (2,600 USD) | 2,000 CAD (1,460 USD) |
Private School Fees ![]() | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) | 10,000 CAD (7,300 USD) |
University Tuition Fees ![]() | 2,500 KWD (8,125 USD) | 7,000 CAD (5,110 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees ![]() | 3,500 KWD (11,375 USD) | 15,000 CAD (10,950 USD) |
After School Activities ![]() | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 200 CAD (146 USD) |
Special Education Services ![]() | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 800 CAD (584 USD) |
Tutoring ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Textbooks Cost ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
School Supplies ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.12 times more for school and education.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Movie Ticket (Single) ![]() | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) ![]() | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 80 CAD (58.40 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) ![]() | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Gym Membership ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access ![]() | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket ![]() | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket ![]() | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket ![]() | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 50 CAD (36.50 USD) |
Bowling ![]() | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Mini Golf ![]() | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) | 25 CAD (18.25 USD) |
Video Games ![]() | 45 KWD (146.25 USD) | 70 CAD (51.10 USD) |
Streaming Services ![]() | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 15 CAD (10.95 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental ![]() | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 30 CAD (21.90 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass ![]() | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 2.94 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Language Classes ![]() | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 400 CAD (292 USD) |
Parenting Classes ![]() | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Art Classes ![]() | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 40 CAD (29.20 USD) |
Fitness Classes ![]() | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Music Lessons ![]() | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Dance Lessons ![]() | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 60 CAD (43.80 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes ![]() | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 20 CAD (14.60 USD) |
Educational Software ![]() | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Canada, you would have to pay 1.83 times more for Private Classes.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary ![]() | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) | 5,000 CAD (3,650 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary ![]() | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) | 4,000 CAD (2,920 USD) |
Minimum Wages ![]() | 20 KWD per hour (65 USD) | 0.53 CAD per hour (0.39 USD) |
Average Bonus ![]() | 700 KWD (2,275 USD) | 2,000 CAD (1,460 USD) |
Income Tax Rate ![]() | 0 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions ![]() | 8 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions ![]() | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index ![]() | 70 | 70 |
Median Household Income ![]() | 2,000 KWD (6,500 USD) | 75,000 CAD (54,750 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, you would earn 4.01 times less salary as compared to Canada.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Kuwait ![]() | ![]() Canada ![]() |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate ![]() | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 300 CAD (219 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 150 CAD (109.50 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 120 CAD (87.60 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 110 KWD (357.50 USD) | 100 CAD (73 USD) |
Professional Services cost 3.19 times more in Kuwait, as compared to Canada.
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