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Essa vs Ottawa

Canada vs Canada · 348 km apart

Essa

Canada

$1,304 ($959)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ottawa

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Essa	Ottawa	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.91	$11.29	Essa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$35.64	$45.14	Essa
Cappuccino	$2.67	$3.39	Essa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$202	$256	Essa
Monthly public transport pass	$32.67	$41.38	Essa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$86.13	$109	Essa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$24.95	$31.60	Essa
Fitness club membership	$24.95	$31.60	Essa
Cinema ticket	$6.53	$8.28	Essa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$524	$704	Essa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$365	$490	Essa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,094	$1,470	Essa
Total single-person budget	$959	$1,242	Essa
Average net salary	$2,880	$3,648

Verdict

Essa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Essa runs about $959 versus $1,242 in Ottawa — a difference of roughly 30%.

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 Essa · Full cost of living in Ottawa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Essa cheaper than Ottawa?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $959 per month in Essa versus $1,242 in Ottawa — about 30% less.

How far is Essa from Ottawa?

The straight-line distance between Essa and Ottawa is approximately 348 km (216 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Essa or Ottawa?

The estimated average net salary is $2,880 in Essa and $3,648 in Ottawa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,921 in Essa versus $2,406 in Ottawa per month.