Livability Score

76
/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 C-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (30) F
Entertainment (22) F
Food and Drink (53) D-
Fitness (11) F
Groceries (17) F
Parks (116) B
Shops (98) A+
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commute C

Of all people who commute, 2.8% take public transportation in Moncton.
Public Transit Stops (20)
Stops & Stations
B-
Workers Taking Public Transit
2.8%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Moncton is 83/100 - which is 3% lower than New Brunswick.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
F
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crime C+

Moncton crime rates are 3,257 per 100k, which is 34% lower than New Brunswick
Property Crime
2,267 crimes per 100k
B
Violent Crime
990 crimes per 100k
C
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employment B

The median income in Moncton is $86,999 - which is 24% higher than New Brunswick.
Med. Household Income
$86,999
C-
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
B
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (28)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
C+
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
B+
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housing A+

Moncton home prices are $333,600 - which is 18% higher than New Brunswick
Home Price
$333,600
F
Home Appreciation Rate
39%
C+
Home Affordability
3.8x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools F

The Moncton graduation rate is 84% - which is 6% higher than New Brunswick
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
84%
C
Elementary Schools (18) F
High Schools (5) F
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ratings C

Moncton has an overall rating of 65% from 8 reviews.
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User Surveys (8)
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Moncton Area Facts

  • Moncton has a Livability Score of 76/100, which is considered excellent
  • Moncton crime rates are 34% lower than the New Brunswick average
  • Cost of living in Moncton is 3% lower than the New Brunswick average

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      Moncton, NB

      New Brunswick’s largest city sits on the north bank of the Petitcodiac River right at the geographic centre of the Maritime Provinces. This has given Moncton its nickname the ‘Hub City’, as it is the transportation hub for the Maritimes. In the past, Moncton was a predominately agricultural area, but today the sprawling city has a diverse economy based on retail, distribution and of course transportation. It also has a strong heritage, which plays a big part not only in Moncton’s economy, but also its uniqueness. All-in-all, it is a culturally rich city that is home to both new and historic architecture, lovely parks and some great entertainment facilities.

      Moncton was Canada’s first official bilingual city, which means there are both Anglophone and Francophone schools. This makes it a great place to raise a family, as the kids will most likely be bilingual. As well, there are four universities in the city, one of which is a French-language post-secondary institution. The result is that Moncton is a highly educated city. But it is also culturally rich city, with Downtown Moncton being the main area to experience this. Most Moncton locals will also say that this is the best area of the city to go shopping, as it is home to some lovely boutiques and trendy shops. It is also one of the most popular areas to live in, although it is more expensive than other neighbourhoods in Moncton.

      Buses travel all over the city, with at least one route going to each of the universities in the city. If you prefer to drive, Moncton is fairly easy to navigate, as there are two main routes (the Trans-Canada and Wheeler Boulevard) as well as Main Street in Downtown Moncton. There are also a number of places in the city to enjoy a nice walk, like Centennial Park, Mapleton Park and the Irishtown Nature Park. Plus, Moncton has some extensive cycling and hiking paths, including the Riverfront Trail, which is part of the Trans Canada Trail system.

      Moncton’s skyline is quite diverse, just like the city itself. There is architecture from numerous periods in time, though the 127 metre high Bell Aliant Tower dominates the skyline. Other important buildings include Assumption Place, the Blue Cross Centre and Moncton City Hall. All of these are in Downtown Moncton, and any Moncton resident will say to explore this area of the city on foot. A Moncton city guide will also list Magnetic Hill as a must, which is home to a zoo, a waterpark and an outdoor concert venue. The city is also home to beaches, golf courses, theatres and large shopping malls, like Champlain Place.

      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Moncton? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Reade Park
      Parc Renton Park
      Ecole Beausejour Memorial Park
      Canadian Heights Park
      Alexander Park
      Snow Park
      Pinehurst Park
      Hildegard Park

      Entertainment

      Cineplex Cinemas Trinity Drive
      Moncton Stadium
      Moncton Coliseum
      TreeGO
      Resurgo Place (Moncton Museum)
      2nd Floor Nightclub
      Capitol Theatre
      Théâtre du Capitol

      Food & Drink

      A&W
      McDonald's
      Tim Hortons
      Dixie Lee
      Wendy's
      Arby's
      KFC
      Dairy Queen

      C+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Moncton? Of all people who commute, 2.8% take public transportation in Moncton.
      Drive to Work
      43%

      3% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      4% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the CDN average

      A+ Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Shoppers Home Health Care
      Guardian
      Bioscript Pharmacy
      Guardian
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Lawtons Drugs
      Jean Coutu

      Doctors

      Moncton Medical Center