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Calgary vs Winnipeg

Canada vs Canada · 1,202 km apart

Calgary

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

VS

Winnipeg

Canada

$1,560 ($1,147)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseCalgaryWinnipegCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.29$10.49Winnipeg
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$45.14$41.98Winnipeg
Cappuccino$3.39$3.15Winnipeg
Monthly groceries (single person)$256$238Winnipeg
Monthly public transport pass$41.38$38.48Winnipeg
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$109$101Winnipeg
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.60$29.38Winnipeg
Fitness club membership$31.60$29.38Winnipeg
Cinema ticket$8.28$7.70Winnipeg
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$704$643Winnipeg
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$490$447Winnipeg
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,470$1,342Winnipeg
Total single-person budget$1,242$1,147Winnipeg
Average net salary$3,648$3,392

Verdict

Winnipeg is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Calgary runs about $1,242 versus $1,147 in Winnipeg — a difference of roughly 8%.

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 Winnipeg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calgary cheaper than Winnipeg?
No. Calgary costs an estimated $1,242 per month for a single person, about 8% more than Winnipeg at $1,147.
How far is Calgary from Winnipeg?
The straight-line distance between Calgary and Winnipeg is approximately 1,202 km (747 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Calgary or Winnipeg?
The estimated average net salary is $3,648 in Calgary and $3,392 in Winnipeg. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,406 in Calgary versus $2,245 in Winnipeg per month.