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Measure Saint JohnNew Brunswick, Canada Remove Saint John
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 5.5
Connector Score 7.5
Safety 5.8
Affordability 7.2
Transportation 7.0
Car-free friendliness 3.5
Walkability 4.0
Things to do 5.4
Food & dining 4.0
Places to stay 5.5
Nature & outdoors 3.5
Scenic value 4.0
Family friendliness 4.7
Solo-traveler friendliness 4.8
Nightlife 3.8
Remote-work friendliness 5.6
Road-trip convenience 6.5
Train-trip convenience 1.0
Bus-trip convenience 6.5
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $98
Mid-range $140
Luxury $222
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 93
Typical 1-bedroom rent CA$1,350
Population 70K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Bus Ferry Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for —
Known for Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Live music, Shopping
When to go Peak: June to September, including cruise shi…

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