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Longueuil, Canada
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,700
Retiree Score
61.5
Safety Index
72.1
Healthcare
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Longueuil is where Montreal's practicality spills across the Saint Lawrence River. The three boroughs—Le Vieux-Longueuil, Saint-Hubert, and Greenfield Park—function as a commuter belt with decent metro access but Quebec's notorious winter road maintenance delays. You're paying for proximity to Montreal without the island's rent premiums, though bilingualism is non-negotiable for navigating bureaucracy at the judicial district offices.

This isn't a tourist destination. The industrial zones near the river mean affordable groceries but also freight traffic. Greenfield Park's anglophone pockets simplify transition for Americans, while Saint-Hubert's airport connections help digital nomads. Retirees get Quebec's healthcare system without Montreal's wait times at suburban clinics. Just budget for serious winter tires.

Can I afford Longueuil?

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Longueuil

You could save

300/mo

Savings Rate10%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,550
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,150

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
10/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Canada Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
72
Safety
0
Healthcare
50
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$3
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$4
Chicken (1kg) *$12

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$18
Meal (Mid-range) $90
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $87
Mobile Plan (mo) $36
Gym (mo) *$26
Cinema Ticket $10

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $1,240
1BR Outside (mo) *$919
3BR Center (mo) $2,160
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,437

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Large & Active
Top Neighborhoods
Vieux-Longueuil, Saint-Hubert
Best For
families

Expat Life Notes

A major residential suburb of Montreal; it offers high safety and bilingualism (French/English).

Pros

  • ✓ High quality of life
  • ✓ Safe for families
  • ✓ Bilingual environment

Cons

  • ✗ Car dependency
  • ✗ Cold winters
  • ✗ French is required for social depth

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
1334 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Jun, Aug, Sep

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Longueuil

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Longueuil has a population of approximately 261,516 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,875 per month in Longueuil, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1550/month.

The nearest airport to Longueuil is YUL, approximately 19km away.

Longueuil is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 72.1. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

FIRE folks who need Montreal jobs without island prices. Nomads should pick Saint-Hubert for quick airport runs. Retirees must tolerate Quebec winters for the healthcare payoff.

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