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Trois-Rivières, Canada
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,050
Retiree Score
61.5
Safety Index
78.4
Healthcare
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Trois-Rivières splits the difference between Montreal and Quebec City, giving you access to both metros without their sticker shock. The Saint-Maurice River channels create a natural moat that keeps the city feeling compact despite its regional hub status.

Winter here bites hard—this is proper Quebec cold with snowbanks that linger into April. French fluency isn't optional if you want to navigate bureaucracy or make local friends. The judicial district status means more legal/admin jobs than typical for a city this size.

Can I afford Trois-Rivières?

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Trois-Rivières

You could save

950/mo

Savings Rate32%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,000
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,050

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
32/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Canada Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
78
Safety
0
Healthcare
50
Walkability
50
Nomad

Grocery Basket

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

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) *$26
Cappuccino *$3
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) *$123
Mobile Plan (mo) *$20
Gym (mo) *$34
Cinema Ticket *$10

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $600
1BR Outside (mo) *$689
3BR Center (mo) $1,080
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,078

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Common in Tourist Areas
Expat Community
Medium
Top Neighborhoods
Vieux-Trois-Rivières, Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Sainte-Marie
Best For
French-speaking expats, students, budget Quebec residents

Expat Life Notes

Trois-Rivières is a historic city between Montreal and Quebec City with a growing university presence. It is primarily French-speaking but increasingly open to international students and workers.

Pros

  • ✓ Low cost of living by Quebec standards
  • ✓ Historic old city
  • ✓ Good quality of life

Cons

  • ✗ Primarily French-speaking environment
  • ✗ Limited English services
  • ✗ Smaller job market

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Trois-Rivières has a population of approximately 144,472 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $2,500 per month in Trois-Rivières, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1000/month.

The nearest airport to Trois-Rivières is YQB, approximately 101km away.

Trois-Rivières is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 78.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

French-speaking FIRE types who want Quebec's social services without big city costs. Avoid if you need cosmopolitan amenities or hate snow.

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