Is Ottawa more expensive than Nanaimo?

Ottawa is 0.5% more expensive than Nanaimo overall. Rent is 6.4% higher, groceries 5.0% cheaper, and restaurants 0.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Nanaimo or Ottawa?

Nanaimo has a purchasing power index of 129.1 while Ottawa has 159.7 (NYC = 100). Ottawa offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 Nanaimo vs 🇨🇦 Ottawa

2026

Ottawa is 0.5% more expensive

Category	🇨🇦 Nanaimo	🇨🇦 Ottawa	Difference
Cost of Living	61.4	61.7	+0.5%
Rent	29.6	31.5	+6.4%
Groceries	71.6	68.0	-5.0%
Restaurants	63.1	62.6	-0.8%
Purchasing Power	129.1	159.7	+23.7%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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