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Calgary vs Toronto

Canada vs Canada · 2,706 km apart

Calgary

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Toronto

Canada

$1,952 ($1,435)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseCalgaryTorontoCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.29$12.87Calgary
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$45.14$51.48Calgary
Cappuccino$3.39$3.86Calgary
Monthly groceries (single person)$256$292Calgary
Monthly public transport pass$41.38$47.19Calgary
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$109$124Calgary
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.60$36.04Calgary
Fitness club membership$31.60$36.04Calgary
Cinema ticket$8.28$9.44Calgary
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$704$830Calgary
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$490$577Calgary
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,470$1,732Calgary
Total single-person budget$1,242$1,435Calgary
Average net salary$3,648$4,160

Verdict

Calgary is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Calgary runs about $1,242 versus $1,435 in Toronto — a difference of roughly 16%.

Salary-adjusted, Toronto 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 Toronto

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calgary cheaper than Toronto?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,242 per month in Calgary versus $1,435 in Toronto — about 16% less.
How far is Calgary from Toronto?
The straight-line distance between Calgary and Toronto is approximately 2,706 km (1,682 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Calgary or Toronto?
The estimated average net salary is $3,648 in Calgary and $4,160 in Toronto. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,406 in Calgary versus $2,725 in Toronto per month.