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I would hope to spend not much more than $300. I typically wear normal socks but if it is cold then I'll put on some wool or thermal socks. It can get as low as -30 Celsius
So what is the impetus of this price adversness
Do you expect to abuse the boots in a way that will impact it's value and utility?
If you found a pair of boots that would last 10x longer, would you not be able to afford 4x the cost?
Based on the temperature, I'm guessing you'll want insulated boots.
If you're in the US, Chippewa is a good maker of mid-range, good-quality Goodyear-welted boots. A Goodyear welt (made of leather, not plastic) is important because that means you can get them resoled easily - important for BIFL footwear.
Something like this should last you a very long time: https://www.chippewaboots.com/en/thunderstruck-10-inch-waterproof-insulated-21107.html?dwvar_21107_color=Brunette
That's a 10" logger boot. Might be a little heavy, but as long as you take care of them and store them properly, they'll be good for everything from hiking to working outside to just running errands in cold weather.
If you're looking for something simpler and lighter weight, this might also work: https://www.chippewaboots.com/en/northbound-8-waterproof-insulated-lace-up--21097.html?dwvar_21097_color=Wheat
That's more of a cold weather work boot, though. If you plan to hike in these regularly, you probably want to boot with logger soles.
They make a bunch to choose from, here's a link to some additional options: https://www.chippewaboots.com/en/shop-mens-shoes/?prefn1=construction&prefn2=features&prefn3=safetyToe&prefv1=Goodyear+Welt&prefv2=Insulated&prefv3=Soft+Toe|Composite+Toe&page=all
But don't just take my word for it. Look up the shoes, look up the fit. Ideally, see if you can find a dealer in your area so you can make sure you get a proper fit.