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Calgary vs Edmonton

Canada vs Canada · 279 km apart

Calgary

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Cheaper overall
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Edmonton

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseCalgaryEdmontonCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.29$11.29Calgary
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$45.14$45.14Calgary
Cappuccino$3.39$3.39Calgary
Monthly groceries (single person)$256$256Calgary
Monthly public transport pass$41.38$41.38Calgary
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$109$109Calgary
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.60$31.60Calgary
Fitness club membership$31.60$31.60Calgary
Cinema ticket$8.28$8.28Calgary
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$704$704Calgary
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$490$490Calgary
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,470$1,470Calgary
Total single-person budget$1,242$1,242Calgary
Average net salary$3,648$3,648

Verdict

Calgary is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Calgary runs about $1,242 versus $1,242 in Edmonton — a difference of roughly 0%.

Salary-adjusted, Calgary leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Calgary  ·  Full cost of living in Edmonton

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calgary cheaper than Edmonton?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,242 per month in Calgary versus $1,242 in Edmonton — about 0% less.
How far is Calgary from Edmonton?
The straight-line distance between Calgary and Edmonton is approximately 279 km (173 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Calgary or Edmonton?
The estimated average net salary is $3,648 in Calgary and $3,648 in Edmonton. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,406 in Calgary versus $2,406 in Edmonton per month.