Livability Score

89
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (717) A+
Entertainment (307) A+
Food and Drink (1057) A+
Fitness (143) A+
Groceries (564) A+
Parks (1919) A+
Shops (2117) A+
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 21.1% take public transportation in Montréal.
Public Transit Stops (7852)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
21.1%
A-
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cost of living A

The cost of living in Montréal is 82/100 - which is 1% higher than Quebec.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
F
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crime C+

Montréal crime rates are 2,957 per 100k, which is 19% higher than Quebec
Property Crime
1,954 crimes per 100k
B+
Violent Crime
1,003 crimes per 100k
C-
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employment D+

The median income in Montréal is $61,108 - which is 15% lower than Quebec.
Med. Household Income
$61,108
F
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
D+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (516)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing B

Montréal home prices are $509,400 - which is 3% higher than Quebec
Home Price
$509,400
D+
Home Appreciation Rate
8%
B-
Home Affordability
8.3x (home price to income ratio)
D+
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schools A+

The Montréal graduation rate is 84% - which is 3% higher than Quebec
School Test Scores
72%
B
High School Grad. Rates
84%
C-
Elementary Schools (348) A+
High Schools (174) A+
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ratings A-

Montréal has an overall rating of 79% from 23 reviews.
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      Montréal, QC

      The predominately French-speaking city of Montréal is the second largest city in Canada and a commercial hub with a reputation for a lively nightlife and thriving cultural scene. Located in southwest Quebec at the confluence of the Saint Lawrence and Ottawa rivers, Montréal offers great employment opportunities, a low cost of living, access to the great outdoors and a cultural scene to rival any major metropolitan city around the globe. Our Montréal Livability guide will take you through all you need to know about living in and enjoying Montréal, from accommodation and utilities to the hottest entertainment and dining options.

      Any Montréal guide will talk about the high quality of life residents enjoy and it’s easy to see why. Rent and home prices in Montréal is cheaper than Toronto and Vancouver, which makes it easy to find an affordable home within your budget. Reasonably priced utilities also keep the cost of living relatively lower than the national average. Transit is also relatively inexpensive and the Metro, bus and commuter train services maintained by STM offer great connectivity within the Greater Montréal area. Many residents also cycle to get around, although this is only possible during the summer months. However, if you’re in Downtown Montréal, you’ll have no problem getting around even during the icy winter, as the area has an entire network of underground arcades, malls and pathway. Old Montréal is also another area you should check out, whether you’re a resident or tourist. The area Is home to many historical dating from the 17th-19th century as well as a number of museums. While you’re there, climb up the clock tower in Quai de l’Horloge for breath-taking views of the St. Lawrence River.

      No Montréal guide would be complete without a bit on bar hopping. The city is known for its nightlife and cultural offerings and you are sure to find interesting art shows, music gigs and restaurants on any given night. There are three main strips for bar-hopping: Crescent Street which caters to Anglophones and tourists, the more affordable Bishop Street, frequented by locals and students and the Latin Quarter, perfect for hot summer days spent dining and drinking on the outdoor patios. Or you could simply hang out in one the city’s many parks, sipping on locally brewed beer and a picnic spread. In the summers, the Jazz festival is another resident favourite that attracts some of the biggest names in the industry.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Montréal? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Place Monseigneur-Charbonneau
      Place du Frère-André
      Square Phillips
      Square Dorchester
      Place du Canada
      Square Victoria
      Place du Commerce
      Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle

      Entertainment

      Cinéma Banque Scotia Montréal
      Bouche de métro Guimard
      Maritime Transport Canada
      Galerie MX
      Barbie Expo
      Élément du mur de Berlin
      Cinéma Impérial
      Ruelle des fortifications

      Food & Drink

      Les Enfants terribles
      SAQ
      Chocolaterie Leonidas
      McDonald's
      Cultures
      Au Vieux Duluth express
      McDonald's
      Philips Lounge

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Montréal? Of all people who commute, 21.1% take public transportation in Montréal.
      Drive to Work
      27%

      14% lower than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      21%

      14% higher than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Montréal a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Polyclinique Rosemont
      Clinique médicale 3600
      Go orthodentistes
      St. Mary's Hospital
      Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital
      Hôpital général de Montréal
      Hopital de réadaptation Villa Medica
      Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont

      Pharmacies

      Jean Coutu
      Pharmaprix
      Jean Coutu
      Jean Coutu
      Jean-Coutu St-Hubert
      Pharmaprix
      Jean Coutu
      Pharmaprix

      Doctors

      Clinique Médicale Sanitas
      Clinique Médicale 3000
      Clinique Médicale En Route
      Clinique médicale l'Actuel
      Centre dentaire Griffin
      Athetica Physio
      Clinique médicale Angus
      Herzl Family Practice Centre