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Cambridge vs Ottawa

Canada vs Canada · 430 km apart

Cambridge

Canada

$1,463 ($1,076)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ottawa

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Cambridge	Ottawa	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.90	$11.29	Cambridge
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$39.60	$45.14	Cambridge
Cappuccino	$2.97	$3.39	Cambridge
Monthly groceries (single person)	$224	$256	Cambridge
Monthly public transport pass	$36.30	$41.38	Cambridge
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$95.70	$109	Cambridge
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$27.72	$31.60	Cambridge
Fitness club membership	$27.72	$31.60	Cambridge
Cinema ticket	$7.26	$8.28	Cambridge
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$598	$704	Cambridge
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$416	$490	Cambridge
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,248	$1,470	Cambridge
Total single-person budget	$1,076	$1,242	Cambridge
Average net salary	$3,200	$3,648

Verdict

Cambridge is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Cambridge runs about $1,076 versus $1,242 in Ottawa — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Ottawa 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 Cambridge · Full cost of living in Ottawa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cambridge cheaper than Ottawa?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,076 per month in Cambridge versus $1,242 in Ottawa — about 15% less.

How far is Cambridge from Ottawa?

The straight-line distance between Cambridge and Ottawa is approximately 430 km (267 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Cambridge or Ottawa?

The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in Cambridge and $3,648 in Ottawa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,124 in Cambridge versus $2,406 in Ottawa per month.