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Edmonton vs Calgary

Canada vs Canada · 279 km apart

Edmonton

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Calgary

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Edmonton 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 Edmonton  ·  Full cost of living in Calgary

Frequently Asked Questions

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