Fort McMurray Travel Forum

I am moving to Fort McMurray soon and I am wondering if the cost of living is very expensive. I know that housing is expensive but what about the day to day living? eg. groceries, gas, household bills.

I lived there until a couple of years ago and found that housing is VERY expensive but most other things were the same or just slightly higher than Edmonton. For example, gas was usually a couple cents per litre more but stores such as Save on Foods, Superstore, Zellers, Wal Mart, etc. were pretty much the same as in Edmonton. Keep in mind that you do not have any Provincial Sales Tax in Alberta plus living in Fort McMurray, you can claim a partial Northern Residents deduction on your tax return for a small tax savings. Good Luck!

thanks for the reply dcrose. it helps alot.

No problem. I lived there for 6 years and really enjoyed it. It is a bit isolated (4.5 hours to Edmonton) and has cold winters, but it is a booming and growing city. The growth brings challenges but most people are upbeat and have a positive attitude. Even in the 2 years since I left they have a number of new amenities and get more all the time. Let me know if you have any other questions. Best of luck.

well just found out today that we are moving for to fort mcmuarry for sure and if you have any other info that would be of help to me please let me know. thanks again dcrose

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http://www.woodbuffalo.net/

http://www.fortmcmurraytoday.com/

http://www.fortmcmurraytourism.com/

http://www.fortmcmurraychamber.ca/

thanks Babcia.
they helped alot.