Prince Edward Island, Canada
Your guide to living in Charlottetown: demographics, cost of living, quality of life, and education.
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38,809
Prince Edward Island
5
Major industries
White
83.8%
Chinese
5.2%
South Asian
3.4%
Filipino
1.6%
Charlottetown's newcomer population has grown sharply due to PEI's active PNP, with particularly strong Chinese, South Asian, and Filipino communities for a city of its size.
Downtown rent
$1,300/mo
Suburban rent
$1,100/mo
Groceries
$360/mo
Recommended monthly budget
$2,400/mo
Charlottetown is affordable by Canadian standards, though housing costs have risen sharply with population growth. The small size of the market means inventory can be limited.
Safety rating
Charlottetown is served by the Public Schools Branch of Prince Edward Island. The University of Prince Edward Island and Holland College are the primary post-secondary institutions, with UPEI's Atlantic Veterinary College a distinctive national program.
Helpful reads about living in Charlottetown.
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Notable landmarks
Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island and the 'Birthplace of Confederation' — the 1864 Charlottetown Conference led to the creation of Canada. Despite being small, it is a complete provincial capital with government, education, and a year-round cultural scene. It has become a significant immigration destination under PEI's active provincial nominee program.
Transit rating
Winter average temperature
-7°C
Summer average temperature
22°C
Charlottetown offers small-town quality of life with most amenities of a capital city. T3 Transit operates bus service. Healthcare is anchored by the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
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