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London (Ontario)

Canada ·Ontario · Americas ·UTC UTC-5/UTC-4
Cost Low
Safety ★★★★☆
English Excellent
Currency CAD C$

City Overview

London, Ontario sits between Toronto and Detroit as the regional center of Southwestern Ontario; Western University makes it a major college town, with healthcare, insurance and education as pillars. The Thames River runs through it amid abundant trees (the "Forest City"). Housing is markedly cheaper than Toronto — livable and commuter-friendly, drawing many students and spillover residents.

Cost of Living Snapshot

1BR Apartment C$1,200–1,600/mo (center); C$950–1,300/mo (outer)
Dining Out C$15–25 (casual); C$30–60 (restaurant)
Monthly Transport Monthly pass ~C$95 (LTC bus)
Monthly Groceries C$380–580/mo
USD Reference： Approx. USD 880–1,170/mo (1BR center)
Full Cost of Living Report →

Data above is approximate. Actual costs vary by location, timing, and personal lifestyle.

Getting Around

LTC bus network; VIA Rail/coach to Toronto in ~2 h and toward Detroit/Windsor. London International Airport. Mid-sized and car-friendly.

Why Live Here

  • A Western University college town; low housing
  • Healthcare and insurance; the "Forest City"
  • Between Toronto and Detroit; livable

Popular Neighborhoods

City Center Downtown (core)
International Hub Old North (university/livable)
Quiet & Residential Byron/Westmount (quiet)
Budget-Friendly Outer communities (value)
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Data Updated: 2026-06-19