Cost of
Living in Regina 2026: Rent, Food and Taxes
The cost of living in Regina depends most on housing, household size,
transport and after-tax income. This guide uses official sources
available on September 7, 2026 and explains the date behind every key
figure. For the broader framework, visit the Canada
cost-of-living hub.
Illustrative editorial image; not an official government
chart.
Regina rent: official 2025
benchmark
CMHC’s 2025 Primary Rental Market table for the City of Regina
reports an average apartment rent of C$1,415 per month,
a median of C$1,401, and a vacancy rate of
2.6% across the apartment universe. These are
market-level averages, not a quote for a particular unit. Rent varies by
bedroom count, location, building age and included utilities. Source: CMHC
Regina summary statistics, 2025.
Inflation and everyday
prices
Saskatchewan’s official dashboard reported a provincial CPI of 172.7
in July 2026, up 4.1% year over year. The provincial
July 2026 release reported Regina’s all-items CPI up 3.8% year
over year. Inflation describes price change across a basket; it
is not a household’s exact monthly bill. Sources: Saskatchewan
CPI dashboard and Saskatchewan
July 2026 inflation report.
For groceries, build a personal basket instead of relying on a single
crowd-sourced total. Statistics Canada’s Food Price
Data Hub publishes national and regional official indicators that
can be checked against current store prices.
Transportation and utilities
Budget separately for transit or vehicle ownership. Drivers should
include fuel, insurance, maintenance, parking and winter-related costs.
Renters should ask whether heat, water, electricity and parking are
included. Internet and mobile plans should be priced directly from
current providers because promotions change.
Saskatchewan income tax in
2026
Saskatchewan’s 2026 provincial personal income-tax brackets are 10.5%
on the first C$54,532 of taxable income, 12.5% on the next C$101,273,
and 14.5% on the balance. The provincial basic personal amount is
C$20,381. These are provincial figures only; federal tax, CPP and EI may
also apply. Source: Government
of Saskatchewan personal income tax structure, 2026.
Use the site’s Canada
calculators for planning, then verify important decisions with CRA
and provincial sources. You can also compare the broader Cost of Living in Manitoba
2026 guide; province-level comparisons should account for city, rent
and household differences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was
the average apartment rent in Regina in 2025?
CMHC reported C$1,415 per month across the City of Regina apartment
universe. A specific unit can be higher or lower.
Was Regina inflation 3.8% in
2026?
The Saskatchewan government’s July 2026 release reported Regina’s
all-items CPI up 3.8% year over year. It is a price index change, not a
personal expense total.
How much income is
comfortable in Regina?
There is no universal amount. Add expected rent, utilities, food,
transport, insurance, debt, savings and taxes for your household.
Are the tax rates in
this article complete?
No. The listed brackets are Saskatchewan provincial rates for 2026.
Federal tax and payroll deductions may also apply.
Found an outdated official figure? Contact Canada Tax Hub so
the editorial team can review the source and date.
Alex Wang is a financial content researcher and writer at Canada Tax Hub.
He focuses on researching Canadian taxes, cost of living, personal finance, and everyday financial topics to help readers better understand money-related information in Canada.
Alex creates educational content by analyzing publicly available information from reliable sources, including government resources and financial publications.
His goal is to make complex financial topics easier to understand through clear explanations, practical guides, and useful tools.
All content is created for educational purposes and should not be considered professional tax or financial advice.